This recipe was given to me by my Aunt Joan, who got it from her neighbor. It is deceptively simple, but so good. I just took it to a potluck and got rave reviews: ‘These beans are awesome!’
Preparation Details
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 14 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds dry kidney beans, soaked overnight
- 1 pound bacon, diced
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 small onion, chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups water, or as needed
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place beans in a Dutch oven or large casserole dish. Mix in bacon, brown sugar, and onion; season with salt and pepper. Add just enough water to barely cover the beans.
- Cover, and bake for 6 to 8 hours in the preheated oven. Add more water if necessary.
