The Best Cowboy Beans Recipe 1:17 In This Recipe View All In This Article Ingredients The Secret Ingredient Using Smoked Meat Types of Beans Tips Using a Slow Cooker Why Make This Coffee is the secret ingredient, adding depth and balancing the tangy barbecue sauce in these beans. You can use smoked ham hock, bacon, or even ground beef for the smoky, savory richness. Cook the beans from scratch for great flavor, or go with canned to save time on a busy day. Let's be frank.
