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Slow Cooker Bacon & Beans
It doesn't get any easier than this simple but classic combo of bacon and beans!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
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1
bag Hurst's HamBeens Slow Cooker Bacon & Beans ®
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8
cups
water
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1
lb.
bacon strips
cut into 1/4 pieces
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1
medium white onion
diced
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1/2
teaspoon
minced garlic
from jar or fresh
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salt & pepper to taste
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Rinse and sort through the dry beans. Check for any unwanted debris and discard.
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Chop onion and set aside.
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Cook bacon according to these directions. Let cool and cut into 1/4 pieces.
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In large bowl, combine beans, bacon, onion, garlic, flavor packet and water. Stir until packet contents are dissolved.
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Divide mixture into two gallon size freezer bags (be sure to label bags first!) Freeze until needed.
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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.
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Omit the bacon to make these vegetarian... the smoky bacon flavor seasoning gives you a lot of great flavor!
Cooking time could take 4 to 8 hours depending on temperature setting of slow-cooker.