Better Beans

A wholesome take on the potluck staple

Smoky-Sweet Baked Beans

Thanks to grated sweet potato, this side has far less refined sugar than traditional recipes.

ACTIVE 30 MIN. - TOTAL 1 HOUR, 40 MIN.

SERVES 8

3 slices center-cut bacon

1 1∕2 cups finely chopped sweet onion (from 1 medium onion)

3 tsp. kosher salt, divided

1 cup grated peeled sweet potato (from 1 small sweet potato)

1 (15-oz.) can no-salt-added tomato sauce

4 tsp. Dijon mustard