I See You On the Side: Dub Shack BBQ Presents Apple Pie Baked Beans

With peak barbecue season around the corner - and the fact that my off-season lasts only a couple of weeks in January, dusting off recipes is now in order. It also means remixing and sharing a side item that I've taken a liking to lately: apple pie baked beans. It only requires a few ingredients and a little time to put together before the chosen find themselves at the house for Barbecue Sundays.

You're gonna love this.

INGREDIENTS 

Two cans of baked beans (you can soak a bag of pinto beans overnight if you want, I don't always have the time)**

Brown sugar

Bacon

Lane's Apple Pie barbecue rub

Dub Shack BBQ’s Deez Apples barbecue sauce*

*Of course, the cheapest barbecue sauce you have at home will be fine. Let the thickness be of your preference, as Deez Apples is relatively thin. It's also my holiday sauce made in limited batches.-ACedA

**You're going to need at least 36 ounces of canned baked beans to share among the team.

STEP ONE. If you're in a rush, open three cans of baked beans and pour them into a cast-iron pot or a disposable pan. I won't specify the beans as they are your preference, but I like maple. Add the brown sugar, barbecue rub, and bacon and stir together before adding Deez Apples. For an additional pop of apple flavor, feel free to open a can of apple pie filling (not mentioned in the ingredients list, but make it your own). Apple pie baked beans do not have to be hearty to be a showstopper at the next cookout or graduation party; please put a bit of effort into this side.

STEP TWO. Light your grill for a classic two-zone fire around 350 degrees. If your cooking weapon is a pellet grill, pour the appropriate amount of pellets into the hopper and bring up the temperature that way. Once it reaches temperature, set it on the cool side and let the flavors enjoy their play date in the smoke. Pull from the cooker after 1.5 hours or when the beans are cooked to your satisfaction. 

STEP THREE. Grab a bowl or make room on your plates, and enjoy! 

In the miracle of time, apple pie baked beans are the treat you need at your next cookout. Go try them out and share with not only the immediate members of your households but also neighbors, coworkers, family reunions, and yes, even the church's potluck after service. I know it's been a while since I added content, so back to the refrain:

Be safe.

Be blessed.

Be good to each other.

Tell everyone that every day is a GREAT day for Dub Shack BBQ!