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Nicklaus Children's Hospital

Nicklaus Children's Hospital
3100 S.W. 62nd Avenue
Miami, Florida 33155
(305) 666-6511 or toll-free 1-800-432-6837
Physician referral: 1-888-MCH-DOCS
Email: info@nicklaushealth.org


Baked Beans

Note: This high-calorie recipe is especially for kids and teens with cystic fibrosis (CF), who may need additional calories to meet their nutritional needs.

This protein-packed side dish is perfect for a holiday barbecue.

Prep time: 2 hours, 20 minutes (including cooking time)

What you need:

  • 1/4 cup onion, chopped fine
  • 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped fine
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 tsp. dry mustard powder
  • 1/4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 16-ounce can of pork and beans

What to do:

  1. In a 1-1/2-quart baking dish, combine all ingredients. Do not drain beans.
  2. Bake uncovered at 325ºF (162ºC) for 2 hours.

Nutritional analysis (per serving):

  • 378 calories
  • 22g fat
  • 10g protein
  • 896mg sodium
  • 69mg calcium

Serves: 5

Serving size: 3/4 cup

Note: Nutritional analysis may vary depending on ingredient brands used.