Arizona Spice Company BBQ Beans

Arizona Spice Company LLC – www.azspiceco.com

Rich, flavorful, and versatile—these BBQ beans are the perfect side for grilled chicken, steak, ribs, or burgers.

Ingredients

• 1 Chili Kit (seasoning included – no added salt)

• 2 large yellow onions, sliced

• 1 cup brown sugar

• 32 oz can diced tomatoes (or 3 cups fresh diced tomatoes – note: canned tomatoes contain calcium chloride)

• 5 slices uncooked bacon or 1 cup finely chopped salt pork (optional)

• 2 diced de-seeded jalapeños or bell peppers (optional)

• Salt to taste (optional)

• Water to cover beans

Instructions

1. Prep the Beans:

   • Wash beans and soak in water overnight (at least 12 hours) in a covered container.

   • Ensure water level is 4–5 inches above beans to allow for swelling.

2. Cook the Beans:

   • Drain soaking water, add fresh water to cover beans plus 1 inch.

   • Simmer for at least 1 hour until beans begin to soften.

3. Assemble in Baking Dish:

   • Pour beans with liquid into a large baking dish.

   • Gently mix in diced tomatoes, chili seasoning, brown sugar, and salt.

   • Place diced bacon or salt pork on top, then arrange onion slices over it (do not stir).

4. Bake:

   • Cover and bake at 300°F for 3 hours.

   • Check occasionally to ensure water doesn’t evaporate. Add 1–2 cups water after 2 hours if you like more juice (do not stir).

5. Serve:

   • Can be served warm or cold.

   • Pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, chicken wings, steak, ribs, or burgers.

Tip: For extra flavor, mix in diced jalapeños for a mild kick or stick to bell peppers for a sweeter taste.