Jack and Coke Baked Beans
1 # ground beef
2 cans (28 oz each) pork and beans
1 jar (16 oz) salsa (your favorite)
1 onion, chopped
1 T brown sugar
3 T Jack Daniels whiskey
3 T Coca Cola
3 T catsup
5 T mustard
3 T bacon bits (or 3 T bacon fried crisp, and crumbled)
2 t Arrowroot (or 2 t cornstarch)
1/2 t black pepper
hot sauce to taste
Optional: 3 strips raw bacon, cut into 1/2� to 1� pieces
Preheat oven to 350�. Lightly spray a 9x13� or 3 quart baking dish or
pan.
Brown the beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain. Transfer the meat
to a large mixing bowl. Add all remaining ingredients,
except optional bacon. Stir well to mix thoroughly. Pour into the
prepared baking pan or dish. If using, scatter a single layer of bacon
pieces over the top. Bake, covered, at 350� for 2
hours. |