
These are the BEST Baked Beans. The perfect side dish for barbecues, picnics or for Fourth of July!
This dish can be made two ways: in the oven or on the stove top. Both ways are super easy and are ready in less than an hour.

The secret to these beans is the red wine. It adds an extra depth of flavor. (Don’t worry about the alcohol content in the wine it will cook off as it simmers.) I used a red blend. This wine has a deep, dark ruby-red color that features blueberry, plum and Cassis fruit aromas along with spices and vanilla, coffee and tobacco notes from the barrel-aging.
These wines are fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures and bottled early to preserve each variety’s fruitiness and natural aromas. They are young, fresh and fruity, elegant and perfectly balanced with good acidity. Their exceptional value makes them an outstanding choice for accompanying everyday meals.
For more grilling inspiration, check out this grilled Chilean chicken and pebre sauce.
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Bacon Baked Beans
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Description
Baked beans made with bacon and red wine are the ultimate summer side dish that your barbecued foods were asking for.
Ingredients
- 2 11 ounce cans pork and beans
- 4-6 slices bacon
- 1/2 large onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons molases
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup red wine
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder or more to taste
Instructions
Baking Method
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a dutch oven or a large oven safe pot cook bacon until fully cooked and crispy. Remove from the pan but leave the oil in the pan. Crumble bacon once it has cooled.
- Add in onion and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in cooked bacon, beans, ketchup, molases, brown sugar, worcestershire, red wine and chili powder.
- Cover and bake for 45 minutes to an hour. Stir occasionally.
Stove top Method
- Cook bacon in a large pot until fully cooked and crispy. Remove from the pan but leave the oil in the pan. Crumble bacon once it has cooled.
- Add in onion and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in cooked bacon, beans, ketchup, molases, brown sugar, worcestershire, red wine and chili powder.
- Simmer for 30-35 minutes covered, stirring occasionally.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of red wine?
Yes, you can use a different red wine, but choose one that has similar fruity and spicy notes to maintain the flavor profile.
What is the best cooking method for the Bacon Baked Beans, oven or stove top?
Both methods are easy and yield great results; however, the stove top may be quicker, while the oven can provide a deeper caramelization of flavors.
How does the red wine affect the flavor of the baked beans?
The red wine adds depth and complexity to the beans, enhancing the overall taste with fruity and spicy undertones.
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