Baked beans

I'm not a big fan of baked beans really. Most of my experience with baked beans has come from opening the can and eating them at picnics or while camping. Or sometimes in between two mayo slathered slices of bread. My dad started it, and actually it's good every so often. Interestingly enough, after dad died, a couple brought over homemade baked beans. The baked beans were, I think, the best food we received from people. I wished my dad were there to taste them - I know he'd like them.

So, we said thanks to the people who brought them, and got the recipe.

Easy Baked Beans

Saute:
1 medium onion, diced
1 green pepper, diced
3-4 slices corned beef, bologna, bacon or equivalent in veggie food, torn into small pieces (optional)

Add to:
2 lg cans Bush's Vegetarian Baked Beans
1 regular size can Heinz Baked Beans
1/4 c not packed, but rounded top, brown sugar
1/2 c ketchup
2 tsp prepared mustard

Bake at 350F, uncovered, for about 2 hours.

I've made it without the Heinz beans, mainly because I've not found them at the store. Maybe they don't make them anymore? Who knows. I've also not added meat/veggie meat. Doesn't seem to affect the taste though.