Bring out your notepad and light the grill because we are sharing the top five recipes you need for an epic summer barbecue. While everyone is focusing on marinating meats, you’ll have the key to showstopping side dishes that are just as great as what is coming off the grill. Dive into crave-worthy casseroles, spice-infused baked beans/divine dips, smokey sides, and more mouthwatering dishes made with Green Valley’s delicious beans and vegetables.
Rum Baked Beans
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Our number one spot for the best backyard barbecue recipe has a secret ingredient that truly brings out the hometown feel of this dish. This baked bean dish is a fun take on a cookout classic, made with Green Valley organic black beans and dark red kidney beans, an expertly spiced marinade, and the secret ingredient- RUM!
Sweet and Smokey Green Beans
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Have you ever thought of putting your side dishes in the smoker? Well, consider this sweet and smokey green bean recipe your gateway to great meals! Using only six ingredients, this crowd-favorite recipe coats every delectable Green Valley green bean in a buttery mixture made from the rich combination of light brown sugar and savory thick-cut bacon.
Pro tip: Use hickory or pecan wood chips to deepen the flavor and fragrance.
Easy Refried Beans
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Create a mouthwatering side with only one can of Green Valley organic pinto beans. This easy refried bean recipe is a simple way to amplify your barbecue table spread with flavor and protein in just 15 minutes. Don’t have pinto beans on hand? No problem! You can easily swap them out for Green Valley’s organic black beans.
Green Bean Casserole
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Coming in at number four, this traditional green bean casserole recipe may just become your new favorite barbecue staple. Crafted with nutritious chicken broth, tasty mushrooms, and Green Valley’s cut green beans, this recipe is packed with incredible flavor and organic green goodness.
Sweet Summer Corn
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Last but certainly not least, a memorable summer chowder! This corn chowder tastes like sunshine in every spoonful with its perfectly portioned crispy bacon, hearty potatoes, and delicious Green Valley whole kernel corn. Pair this dish with homemade cornbread, saucy pulled pork sandwiches, or serve as is.