Baked beans are a must-have side dish at any backyard barbeque. The combination of tangy ketchup and brown sugar makes these beans the perfect cross between spicy and sweet. Once you put everything together, you can forget about them until the timer reminds you they're done. Try this healthy baked beans recipe the next time you're grilling, you'll be glad you did. We used vegetarian beans so this dish is suitable for anyone on your guest list. Enjoy!
Healthy Baked Beans
Ingredients:
- 3 cups canned vegetarian beans
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Directions:
1. In a small (1 quart) casserole dish, combine beans, catsup, and brown sugar.
2. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F until bubbly, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition
Makes 4 Servings, about 3/4 cup each
PER SERVING:
Calories 220
Total fat 1 gram
Saturated fat Trace
Cholesterol 0
Sodium 937 milligrams
Baked beans fantastic side dish at barbecues, potluck, or just as a side dish to your weeknight meal. While this recipe requires only three ingredients, feel free to add chopped-up ham or pork to your baked beans for a more protein-packed dish. Hungry for more delicious side dishes? Then you’ll love our Healthy Ranch Beans or Healthy Crispy Potatoes.
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