Course 4th of July, Dinner, Game Day, Memorial Day, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 12
Calories 378kcal
Equipment
12-inch Cast Iron Skillet
Silicone Spatula
bowl
small colander
aluminum foil
slotted spoon
5 or 6 quart slow cooker
whisk
Ingredients
1lbThick-Cut Baconchopped
1smallOnionfinely minced
4 15 oz cansNavy Beansrinsed and drained
½cKetchup
⅓cMolasses1
2TBSApple Cider Vinegar
2TBSWorcestershire Saucedivided
¼cDark Brown Sugar
1teaspoonGarlic Powder
1 ½cHot Water
Instructions
Place the chopped bacon in a cold cast-iron skillet and turn the heat to medium. Stir frequently for 5-6 minutes to allow the fat to render, and the bacon to begin to crisp. Add the minced onion and continue cooking for about 5-6 minutes, or until the onions begin turning translucent and golden, while the bacon finishes crisping up. Line a bowl with aluminum foil and set a small colander inside, then use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon mixture, letting the fat to drain.
Add ketchup, molasses, apple cider vinegar, 1 TBS Worcestershire sauce, dark brown sugar, garlic powder, and hot water to the crockpot. Then, use a whisk to combine. Stir in the drained and rinsed navy beans and the drained bacon mixture. Place the lid on the crockpot and heat on high for 3-4 hours.
Add the remaining tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, reduce the heat to low, and let the beans to sit uncovered for about 30 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken before serving. Maintain a warm setting for serving.