There’s something about those savory smoked side dishes that can really take a quick and easy dinner and turn them into something over the top. In this case, we have paired bbq beans with some simple country-style pork back ribs to make a southern-style feast at home.
Reinventing meals is a favorite pastime! Using up leftovers and swapping out side dishes so that eating all week is easy. Prep your kitchen on the weekend, then just munch on whatever is leftover throughout the week, adding quick proteins and a fresh salad to the rotation. It makes meal planning so easy.
Brisket bbq beans are one of those inspirations. Just like Smoked Baked Beans, they are easy to make and amazing southern baked beans everyone loves.
What are BBQ Beans?
Barbque beans are the perfect way to use up leftovers from the kitchen. Add this idea to the road on a camping trip, and you have gold! So taking scraps from the weekend’s smoked brisket and chopping them into your favorite smoked beans is a total harmony of grilled flavors!
Ingredients for BBQ Beans
Whipping up these classic cowboy beans is actually a mishmash of pantry staples, like ketchup, bbq sauce, mustard, vinegar, onion, brown sugar, garlic, salt, and a dash of Worcestershire. Add in a roasted poblano pepper and a variety of beans you have on hand, and things are looking really good.
Using up leftovers is a personal mission of mine (I mean, not that you expected my kitchen to have leftovers? Right?) So taking scraps from the weekends smoked brisket and chopping them into my favorite smoked beans is a total harmony of grilled flavors!
How to Make This Easy Side Dish
To make the best baked beans ever, prepare your large cast iron skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon first! On the same skillet, you’ll saute your onions and poblano pepper with a little garlic. Add your spices and liquids, including barbecue sauce, ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Then, add your beans and smoked brisket and let it smoke!
What to Serve with BBQ Beans Recipe
Not sure what to serve with the best-baked beans ever? You seriously can’t go wrong with any main dish. Try serving them with a delicious, Perfect Oven-Roasted Rack of Pork, hot dogs, and burgers, or Buttermilk Brined Grilled Chicken Wings. If you are into southern bbq, this homemade baked bean recipe is for you. This classic recipe pairs nicely with any cut of meat as a great side dish for an outdoor gathering or camping trip.
Leftovers and Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
You can reheat on the stovetop in a pan if you are making them for a lot of people or in the microwave for single servings.
