Can I double this recipe for a crowd?

Yes, but make sure your slow cooker’s big enough! I once tried it in a smaller one, and let’s just say dinner was… delayed.

How can I make this vegetarian-friendly?

Simply swap out the meats for your favorite plant-based proteins and add a bit more liquid to account for the less savory depth.

These beans are perfect with corn muffins, coleslaw, or even a simple green salad. They pair well with pretty much anything!

Absolutely! Just ensure you let it cool completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers. It’s great for future meals!

A hearty, comforting dish combining smoky bacon, juicy beef, and rich beans, perfect for busy families.

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Cook the chopped bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Add the ground beef to the same skillet and cook until browned, draining excess fat.
Include the sliced sausage and diced onions in the skillet, cooking until the onions are translucent.
Combine the cooked meats with baked beans, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large pot. Stir it all together.
Bring everything to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve warm and enjoy the delicious harmony of flavors!

If the mixture looks thin, don’t worry; it thickens beautifully while cooking.