It's picnic season! The time to gather outdoors with family and friends. The laughter. The games. And the delicious picnic food.
The beans aren't a family recipe, and my last name isn't Brown. But the beans are a must-have side dish, just the same.
From my exhaustive searches, I found that the beans are only sold in upstate New York, although they are sold on Amazon.
I add dark brown sugar and bacon, and then bake for 30 minutes. Easy and delicious! The smell as they cook is amazing, and they taste wonderful.
Are you known for a favorite signature dish you're always asked to bring to gatherings?
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I had no idea Grandma Browns baked beans were only available in Upstate NY. I just assumed they were a national brand available everywhere.
ReplyDeleteJean, Grandma Brown's beans are not available everywhere. As a former upstate New Yorker, I miss them!
DeleteMiss having picnic time hopeful when the lockdown is over we can do these all again xx
ReplyDeleteYes, picnics are so enjoyable.
DeleteI am always asked to bring brocolli salad. It's fresh, raw brocolli broken into tiny bite sized pieces, carrot sticks (like for slaw), bacon bits, ranch powder, mayo, sour cream and halved grape tomatoes. They eat it up!
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