These ridiculously delicious Slow Cooker Bacon & Beans come together in minutes. Just freeze until you’re ready to throw them into the slow cooker!
November is in full swing, with the holidays right around the corner. As much as I’d like to believe things should be slowing down soon, the reality is that they probably won’t. And that is exactly why it is SO important to have a good selection of quick & easy slow cooker recipes up my sleeve–just like today’s easy slow-cooker Bacon and Beans.
With just a few budget-friendly easy ingredients, it comes together in minutes, then freezes beautifully until you’re ready to throw it in the crock pot, no pre-soaking, or thawing required. Seriously, it couldn’t be any easier! Even better? It was a huge hit. (Of course with bacon as one of the main ingredients, how could it not be?)
While my family likes just the basic version of this recipe, you can also jazz it up a bit to taste with either barbecue sauce, Tabasco & chili powder, or even brown sugar & molasses. Also, be sure to use the Ham-Beens brand beans, as they include a flavor packet that helps season your beans. They can be found at most major grocery stores!
Step 1: Rinse and sort through the dry beans. Check for any unwanted debris and discard.
Step 2: Chop onion and set aside.
Step 3: Cook bacon according to these directions. Let cool and cut into 1/4 pieces.
Step 4: In large bowl, combine beans, bacon, onion, garlic, flavor packet and water. Stir until packet contents are dissolved.
Step 5: Divide mixture into two gallon size freezer bags (be sure to label bags first!) Freeze until needed.
Step 6: Cook in a 4-6 quart slow cooker on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 8-9 hours. Remove lid for last 30 minutes if you prefer a thicker consistency.
Omit the bacon to make these vegetarian… the smoky bacon flavor seasoning gives you a lot of great flavor!
It doesn't get any easier than this simple but classic combo of bacon and beans!
Cooking time could take 4 to 8 hours depending on temperature setting of slow-cooker.
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Is that 16 servings total, or 16 servings for each gallon freezer bag?
good recipe, So Yummy!!
This is what I call a complete Dish where there are both Taste and Health. Yummy!!
Thanks for this marvelous dishes.
OMG.. Rajma ?! I already fell hungry by seeing those pictures. Thank you for sharing the post. Such posts increase my hunger :D
What flavor packet are you using?
There is a flavor packet that comes with the beans. :)
This is what I call a complete Dish where there are both Taste and Health. Yummy!!
The pictures itself says how tasty the dish would be... good recipe, would definitely try once... Thanks :)
We don't have those beans in Ontario (that I can find) do you have a suggestion for seasoning. It looks amazing!!
You can email the Hurst HamBeens company at info@nkhurst.com with what you are trying to find and your zip code. And they will do their best to help you locate the product. :)
Ruth, this recipe sounds really nice! The pictures on your blog are so tempting. I will definitely be giving this recipe a shot this coming weekend. Thanks!