Ingredients:
2 cans (14 oz each) baked beans (or navy beans, drained)
½ cup cherry preserves
2 tbsp Cherry Crave rub
¼ cup ketchup
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
½ cup diced smoked bacon (optional)
½ small onion, diced
Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions:
In a cast iron skillet or foil pan, cook bacon (if using) over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add diced onion and cook until softened.
Stir in beans, cherry preserves, Cherry Crave rub, ketchup, vinegar, mustard, and the cooked bacon.
Bring to a simmer, then transfer the skillet (or pan) to your grill at 300°F.
Cook uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and bubbling.
Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Why You’ll Love It:
These smoky-sweet beans bring that perfect blend of sweet cherry, tangy BBQ, and just enough heat to keep your taste buds happy. A perfect side for burgers, ribs, or anything on the grill!
