Loaded Baked Beans

01Method

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   Fry the bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, turning as needed, until crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Pour off the bacon fat, leaving about 3 tablespoons in the pan.

3. 3

   Sauté the onion and bell pepper in the remaining fat until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in all three cans of beans, the BBQ sauce, and half of the cooked bacon. Bring the mixture to a boil, then transfer everything to a 1½-quart baking dish and cover tightly with foil.

4. 4

   Bake covered until the beans are bubbling, about 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Uncover the dish, scatter the shredded cheddar and the remaining bacon on top, and return to the oven until the cheese has melted, about 5 minutes. Finish with a scattering of green onions before serving.