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homemade pork and beans with sausage, bacon, and a wooden spoon in a cast iron skillet
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Homemade Pork and Beans

This mouthwatering Homemade Pork and Beans recipe is an elevated version of the canned dish we all know. This classic comfort dish combines tender beans with smoky bacon and flavorful sausage, simmered in a rich and aromatic sauce. Perfect for cozy family dinners or weekend gatherings, this hearty dish is sure to become a new favorite at your table.
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American
Keyword homemade pork and beans, how to make pork and beans, pork and beans, pork and beans recipe, pork n beans
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 5 servings
Calories 333kcal
Author Brandi Crawford

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3-4 slices bacon
  • 6-8 oz sausage Cut into rounds. I used smoked sausage.
  • 28-30 oz canned beans Drained. I used navy beans.
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1-3 tablespoons brown sugar or sweetener I use 1 1/2 tablespoons. Adjust to taste.

Instructions

  • Heat a skillet on medium high heat and add the bacon and sausage rounds. Cook until the bacon is crisp and the sausage has browned.
  • Drain any excess fat.
  • Add in beans, ketchup, BBQ sauce, chili powder, and brown sugar or sweetener. Stir. Taste the mixture repeatedly to ensure the flavor meets your tastes. I don't add any salt because I feel the bacon adds enough. Taste and decide if you want to add salt or any other flavor.
  • Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the sauce has thickened.

Notes

You can use any beans you like in the recipe.
Here are some options:
  • Navy Beans: Navy beans are the traditional choice for pork and beans. They have a mild flavor and a creamy texture, which makes them ideal for absorbing the flavors of the pork and the sauce.
  • Great Northern Beans: Similar to navy beans, great northern beans are creamy and mild in flavor. They hold their shape well during cooking and pair nicely with pork.
  • Pinto Beans: Pinto beans have a slightly earthy flavor and a creamy texture. They add depth.
  • Kidney Beans: Kidney beans have a robust flavor and a firm texture.
  • Black Beans: Black beans have a rich, earthy flavor and a creamy texture. While they are not typically used in traditional pork and beans recipes, 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 333kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 14g