This summer, bring a twist to a BBQ classic with cranberry baked beans. Disclosure: The Cranberry Institute has sent me research updates, cranberry tips, some seasonal recipes as well as cranberry juice cocktail. In exchange, I’m  sharing  this information with you.  I was not financially compensated to write this post. Opinions are my own.

For as long as I can remember, baked beans have  been at every family reunion, pool party,and  backyard cookout I’ve attended on the 4th of July. But I have never seen Cranberry Baked Beans! Well,  until  I discovered the recipe sent to me by the  Cranberry Marketing Committe. Intrigued by the idea of using cranberry juice in lieu of all the ketchp, brown sugra and molasses, I immediately made a batch. They’re the bomb. And cause cranberries are native to the homeland, I think they’ll make a perfect side for your fourth of July Spread.  Recipe here. Happy Birthday America.