Barbecued Baked Beans

I get raves about these at every picnic or pot-luck! My family loves them, too. Don't let the raisins and apple scare you off! No one ever guesses the 'secret' ingredients!

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 6-8
• Yields: 1 casserole

Ingredients

• 32  ounces  pork and beans
• 3⁄4 cup barbecue sauce (I use KC Masterpiece)
• 1⁄2 cup light brown sugar
• 1  tart apple, chopped (Granny Smith)
• 1  small onion, chopped
• 1  tablespoon  minced garlic
• 1⁄3 cup golden raisin
• 3  strips bacon (if desired) (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Drain beans and remove the fat pieces.
3. Combine beans with remaining ingredients except for bacon.
4. Pour into a greased 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
5. Arrange bacon on top.
6. Bake uncovered for 50-60 minutes.