Autumn Beans

  Side Dishes

Long ago, Johnny Appleseed passed through this part of the country. Now, nearly every hill is crowned with ancient apple trees. Cider is abundant in the fall, and my family looks forward to having it in this bean dish!

Autumn Beans

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 8 bacon strips, chopped
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 2 cans (16 ounces each) baked beans, undrained
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • 1. In a skillet, lightly fry bacon. Remove to paper towel to drain. Set aside 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute onion in the drippings until tender.
  • 2. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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