Classic BBQ Baked Beans Recipe | Epicurious

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Photo of baked beans in a cast iron casserole dish.

Photo by Paul Petrowsky

No cookout in the South is complete without baked beans. This is a simple recipe that combines sweet and smoky ingredients for a thick, rich, and perfect side dish.

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