There’s nothing quite like the taste of homemade Skillet Barbecue Beans. This is a dish that I’ve loved for as long as I can remember, and I’m excited to share it with you today! Originating from the heart of Southern cuisine, these beans are a staple at every BBQ, picnic, and family gathering. They’re hearty, flavorful, and guaranteed to fill you up. What I love about this recipe is the addition of ground pork sausage, giving it a meaty depth that you just can’t get from beans alone. Then there’s the chopped onion and green pepper, which add a wonderful crunch and freshness to the dish. The secret ingredient, however, is the barbecue flavored seasoning. This special mix gives the beans a smoky, tangy flavor that will have you coming back for seconds (or thirds!). Cooking this dish in a skillet allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, and it also makes for a rustic and charming presentation. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to whip up, making it perfect for both busy weeknights and lazy Sundays. So, grab your skillet and let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. ground pork sausage
- 1/2 c. chopped onion
- 1/4 c. chopped green pepper
- 1 (28 oz.) can pork and beans
- 1 (3 1/2 oz.) envelope barbecue flavored seasoning and coating mix (for pork)
Cooking Method
- Cook sausage, onion and green pepper in a large skillet until sausage browns and crumbles. Drain.
- Stir in beans and seasoning mix.
- Cook over low heat 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Calorie: 350
Total cooking time: 30 minutes
Difficulty level: Easy
Welcome to the Wild World of Skillet Barbecue Beans
Hello, dear food enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into a culinary journey where mystery meats are not invited, and the flavors are so bold, they’ll be doing the salsa in your mouth. Our main stars are ground pork sausage, onion, green pepper, and, of course, the unsung hero of the pantry – pork and beans.
The Cast: Ground Pork Sausage and Friends
First off, we got ourselves a half-pound of ground pork sausage. This is not your grandma’s mystery meatloaf, folks. This is the real deal. A half cup of chopped onion is also on the menu – a culinary delight that will make your eyes water with joy (or maybe that’s just the chopping). And let’s not forget about the 1/4 cup of chopped green pepper, which adds a vibrant touch of green to our colorful ensemble.
Then we have the one and only 28 oz. can of pork and beans. I know, I know, canned food? But trust me, this is the secret ingredient that binds our flavors together and brings out the true star of the show: the 3 1/2 oz envelope of barbecue flavored seasoning and coating mix. And, folks, this is not just any seasoning mix. This is the Elvis of seasoning mixes.
The Sizzling Performance
Now, let’s get down to business. We start by throwing the sausage, onion, and green pepper into a large skillet. The aroma that fills the kitchen is worth the price of admission alone. When the sausage starts to brown and crumble, that’s when you know you’ve hit the jackpot.
Then, we have the draining moment. Yes, you heard me right, draining. This is not for the faint-hearted, folks! This is real life, and in real life, we drain our meat. It’s like a detox for food.
The Showstopping Finale: Beans and Seasoning Mix
And just when you thought things couldn’t get any better, we stir in the beans and the barbecue flavored seasoning mix. I promise you, your kitchen will smell like the best backyard barbecue you’ve ever been to.
Then we let this beautiful concoction cook over low heat for 15 minutes. This, my friends, is the part where patience is more than just a virtue; it’s an absolute necessity.
Now, I know what you’re thinking: “but I just want to dive in right now!” Trust me, I feel your pain. But good things come to those who wait. And by good things, I mean Skillet Barbecue Beans that will make your taste buds jump for joy.
The Curtain Call
And there you have it, ladies and gentlemen, the culinary performance of a lifetime, right in your kitchen. The ground pork sausage, the onion, and the green pepper all working together in harmony to create a symphony of flavors. The pork and beans providing the backbone, and the barbecue flavored seasoning stealing the show.
So the next time you’re craving something hearty, flavorful, and downright delicious, remember the Skillet Barbecue Beans. It’s a flavor extravaganza that’s sure to leave you wanting an encore.
Happy cooking, folks!
