Description
A hearty and comforting meal made with kielbasa sausage and tender beans, perfect for a cozy gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16-ounce) package of Polska Kielbasa, sliced into rounds
- 4 (14-17 ounce) cans of pork n’ beans
- 1 small sweet onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon coarse ground garlic salt
- 1 tablespoon dry ground mustard
- 3 tablespoons blackstrap molasses
- 1/2 cup ketchup
Instructions
- Prepare the Crock-Pot: Place the lid on your Crock-Pot and turn it on to high heat.
- Cook the Kielbasa: Slice the Polska Kielbasa into round pieces and place them in the bottom of the Crock-Pot. Let them cook for about 45 minutes, then flip the pieces and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- Add the Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the pork n’ beans, then add the chopped onion, minced garlic, brown sugar, garlic salt, ground mustard, molasses, and ketchup.
- Stir It Together: Use a wooden spoon or spatula to stir everything together, ensuring the kielbasa is evenly distributed throughout the beans.
- Cook Low and Slow: Leave the Crock-Pot on high heat and let the beans cook until they’re bubbling, which should take about 4-5 hours. Stir occasionally for even cooking.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the beans are ready, turn the Crock-Pot to low or keep warm until it’s time to serve. Serve hot with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish pairs well with cornbread or a side salad.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding chopped jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Crock-Pot, Kielbasa, Sausage, Beans, Comfort Food