Loaded Baked Beans with Bacon and Cheese

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Loaded Baked Beans with Bacon and Cheese.

1. Step 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Step 2

   In a large nonstick skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it becomes crispy. Once done, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat, leaving about 3 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.

3. Step 3

   Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

4. Step 4

   Stir in the B&M® Original Baked Beans, Joan of Arc® Dark Red Kidney Beans, Joan of Arc® Spicy Chili Beans, BBQ sauce, and half of the cooked bacon. Bring the mixture to a boil.

5. Step 5

   Transfer the bean mixture to a 1 1/2-quart baking dish. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the beans are bubbling.

6. Step 6

   After 20 minutes, remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese and the reserved bacon on top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Step 7

   Once done, remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.