Easy, Delicious Slow Cooker Beans with a Hard Cider Kick (Comfort Food!)
Craving comfort food with a twist?
These Hard Cider Slow Cooker Beans are SO easy to make (only 5 minutes prep!), incredibly flavorful, and totally customizable.
Plus, they’re ready in just 3-4 hours, perfect for a hands-off meal. Swap bean types, experiment with different hard ciders, and enjoy deliciousness!
Say goodbye to ordinary beans and hello to a new slow cooker hero: Hard Cider Slow Cooker Beans!
This recipe is an absolute game-changer, offering unbelievable flavor with minimal effort.
With just 5 minutes of prep and a few simple ingredients, you’ll have a dish that’s incredibly satisfying, heartwarming, and endlessly customizable.
Whether you’re craving a comforting side dish or a hearty burrito filling, these beans will hit the spot!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- So Easy: Throw everything in the slow cooker and walk away! Minimal prep for maximum flavor.
- Deliciously Different: Hard cider adds a unique sweetness and depth, unlike standard baked beans.
- Incredibly Flexible: Use different bean types (pinto, black, kidney) and try various hard ciders (dry, sweet, spiced) for endless flavor combinations.
- Packed with Flavor: Simple ingredients come together to create a rich, savory, and slightly sweet sauce.
- Perfect for Meal Prep: Make a big batch and enjoy in the days to come!
- Versatile: Enjoy as a side dish, on tacos or burritos, or topped with your favorite garnishes.
Create flavorful, homemade comfort food with ease when you grab your slow cooker and whip up a batch of these Hard Cider Slow Cooker Beans today!
Hard Cider Slow Cooker Beans Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3-4 hours
Ingredients
1 lb. Dry Red Beans
3 cans Hard Cider
4+ cups Water
1 small Onion, chopped
4 cloves Garlic, chopped
Salt to Taste
Optional Toppings:
Sour Cream
Cheese
Onion
Cilantro
Avocado
Supplies
Instructions
1) Add all ingredients to slow cooker. Use more than 4 cups water, if you’d like your beans to have more broth.
2) Set slow cooker to high heat and cook for 3-4 hours or until beans are tender.
3) Serve as is or use as a filling for a burrito or taco.
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