Hard Rock Cafe BBQ Beans

Hard Rock Café was started in 1971 in London as a “specialty theme” restaurant catering to Rock & Roll lovers worldwide. They have become the world’s leading collector and exhibitor of Rock & Roll memorabilia which can be seen on display in their restaurants. All this and great food as well.

Ingredients

• 2 (15-oz) cans pinto beans (with liquid)
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/3 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons diced onion
• 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon

Procedures

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Pour entire contents of the can of pinto beans into a casserole dish.
3. Dissolve the cornstarch in a small bowl with the 2 tablespoons of water. Add this solution to the beans and stir.
4. Add the remaining ingredients to the dish, stir well and cover.
5. Bake for 90 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Stir every 30 minutes. After removing the beans from the oven, let the beans cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Serves 6