Standout Sides
SMOKY TWO-BEAN BAKED BEANS
Makes 6 to 8 servings
Aromatic veggies, salty bacon, and sweet Dr Pepper make these baked beans anything but ordinary.
½ pound thick-cut bacon, chopped
2 cups chopped yellow onion
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1½ cups Dr Pepper (not diet)
½ cup chicken or beef broth
¾ cup ketchup
½ cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
