Get ready to elevate a classic comfort dish with a gourmet twist! This hearty Pork & Beans recipe features the rich, nutty flavor of Rancho Gordo Christmas Lima Beans paired with the bold, smoky kick of Cattleman’s Grill Road House Seasoning. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a satisfying weeknight meal, this dish combines the best of rustic charm and elevated flavor. Let’s dive into a bowl of pure comfort!
Pork & Beans
Tom Jackson
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Category
Entrees
Cuisine
American
Servings
6
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
2 hours 5 minutes
Calories
137
When it comes to comfort food that soothes the soul, few dishes rival the hearty goodness of pork and beans. And when you cook this classic dish on the Yoder Smoker YS640S, it transforms into something truly unforgettable. The gentle kiss of smoke infuses every bite with deep, rich flavor, turning a humble combination of tender pork and savory beans into a masterpiece!
Ingredients
- 1 lb Rancho Gordo Christmas Lima Beans
- 1 qt water
- 2 tbsp Texas Olive Ranch Roasted Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 lb Boston butt pork shoulder, 1” cubes
- 6 tbsp Cattleman’s Grill Road House Seasoning
- 2 cups yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup carrot, peeled, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed, peeled
- 8 sprigs thyme, tied with twine
- 1 bay leaf
For the Pork & Beans
Directions
The night before your cook, place the lima beans in a container and cover with cool water by a couple of inches. Let soak overnight.
Preheat your Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill to 500ºF, set up for direct grilling. Place a Lodge 7 Quart Dutch Oven inside the grill to preheat for 10 minutes.
Add the oil to the dutch oven, placed over the direct flame on the left side of the grill. Add the pork to the dutch oven and sear without stirring until a crust is formed. Stir and repeat, about 15 minutes total.
Add the onion, carrot, celery and garlic and cook until the veggies start to soften, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the thyme, bay leaf and beans with soak water.
Reduce the grill temperature to 425ºF.
Let the pork and beans braise until the beans and pork are tender, about two hours. Add liquid, as needed to keep the beans submerged, as needed.
Remove the bay leaf and thyme. Serve as a stew, over rice or cornbread.
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Recipe Note
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Christmas lima beans are more than just a beautiful addition to your pantry—they’re a celebration of flavor and history. With their striking marbled burgundy and cream pattern, these heirloom beans bring a festive charm to any dish. But it’s their rich, buttery taste, reminiscent of chestnuts, that truly sets them apart. Native to Peru and cherished for centuries, Christmas limas hold their shape beautifully when cooked, making them a versatile ingredient for soups, stews, salads, or even as a stand-alone side dish.
Nutrition
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 4 oz
- per serving
- Calories
- 137
- Protein
- 10.7 grams
- Fat
- 5.3 grams
- Carbs
- 12.2 grams
- Fiber
- 3.5 grams
- Sugar
- 1.2 grams
- Cholesterol
- 13.8 milligrams
- Sodium
- 45.8 milligrams