Zippy Three-Bean Bake

Name: Zippy Three-Bean Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Ingredients: 6 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 can (28 ounces) baked beans; 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained; 1/3 cup packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup ketchup; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon pepper

I've come across many recipes for baked beans through the years, but none have the right amount of "kick." I created this recipe from several different ideas I've gathered over time. It's my husband's favorite.

Ingredients

6 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) baked beans
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

In a large skillet, partially cook the bacon. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. In the drippings, saute onion and garlic until tender. In a large bowl, combine the beans, onion mixture and bacon. Stir in the brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, chili powder and pepper.
Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until bubbly.