Chef Jamie's Honey and Bacon Barbecue Beans
July 14, 2012
Chef Jamie says: "Bacon, honey and coffee...the ultimate flavor enhancers for rich, addictive baked beans. Summer's best!"

This recipe makes 8 servings.

Ingredients:
8 slices applewood smoked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup honey
Three (1-pound) cans of your favorite Baked Beans
1 cup sweet yellow onion, diced
1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
1 cup brewed coffee
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
One (14-ounce) can tomato sauce
3 tablespoons Jack Daniels

Directions:
Preheat oven to 275�F.
In a large Dutch oven, saut� bacon over medium heat stirring occasionally until crispy.
Once bacon is crispy, remove the bacon and drain on a paper towel.

Into the bacon drippings, add the onions. Cook over medium-high heat until the onion is tender, about 10 minutes.
Add the canned beans, honey, coffee, mustard and tomato sauce.
Stir to incorporate all of the ingredients.

Bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir in the Jack and cooked bacon.
Bake uncovered for 1 1/2 hours, stirring twice during the cooking process.

Posted by Ken at 12:00 AM