Mesquite Candied Bacon Beans Recipe
Turn up the flavor on your next BBQ with these Mesquite Candied Bacon Beans—a bold, smoky twist on a backyard classic.
Thick-cut bacon gets smoked and caramelized with Hi-West Tombstone Mesquite and brown sugar, then folded into a rich blend of beans, spices, and a shot of Coffee BBQ Sauce.
Perfect as a hearty side or a smoky showstopper, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
10-12
30 minutes
3 hours
These beans are sweet and smoky with a little savory. It starts with a delicious candied bacon that can be eaten as a snack, or in a variety of dishes, so you’ll want to make extra!
Directions
Candied Bacon Instructions
Preheat your smoker to 275 °F.
Season thick cut bacon with Hi-West Tombstone Mesquite, followed by sugar.
Place bacon on a baking rack and smoke for 1 hour.
Remove and let cool. Enjoy as a pitmaster’s snack or use in the following recipes.
Candied Bacon Baked Beans Instructions
Preheat your smoker or grill to 275 °F.
In a dutch oven, add butter, garlic, and onion. Place on grill or smoker and cook for 10-15 minutes.
Add sugar, paprika, Hi-West Tombstone Mesquite and Coffee BBQ Sauce by Torchbearer Sauces. Cook for another 10-15 minutes.
Add beans, remaining butter, candied bacon & green onion.
Cook for an additional 2 hours. Rest for 15-20 minutes and stir.
Garnish with candied bacon, and a drizzle of BBQ or white sauce and enjoy!
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