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Bush's Best Vegetarian Baked Beans With Brown Sugar And Spices
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Bush's Best Vegetarian Baked Beans With Brown Sugar And Spices

Bush's Best
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
7g
Protein
12g
Sugars
560mg
Sodium
5g
Fiber
38
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bush's Best Vegetarian Baked Beans With Brown Sugar And Spices (16 oz) sits on the canned goods aisle, often shelved with other baked beans, canned beans, chili toppings and barbecue sauces — an easy grab near picnicking and cookout displays. The brand leans into Americana and family tradition: a mainstream, mid‑market product pitched to households who want reliable, familiar sides for burgers, hot dogs and weeknight meals. Packaging is a pantry‑stable metal can with a full‑color label showing glossy beans in a sweet tomato sauce; the front highlights “vegetarian” and familiar brand cues rather than organic or specialty certifications. Label claims like “vegetarian” and “natural flavor” create a mild health halo, but there’s no organic seal and the ingredient list includes sugars, starches and flavor extracts. In plain terms this is a shelf‑stable, ready‑to‑serve canned side that’s been processed and seasoned for convenience. Sensory cues: the navy beans are soft and yielding, swimming in a thick, glossy, sweet‑and‑tangy tomato sauce with brown sugar warmth and a background of mustard, onion and savory spice — a texture that’s creamy with gentle bean bite. Rituals around this can are familiar: spooning onto a plate at backyard barbecues, warming on the stove for a family dinner, or opening straight from the can for a quick side at potlucks. It’s marketed to practical shoppers seeking nostalgic comfort and convenience — families, suburban cooks and anyone assembling a classic American spread — delivering an easy, sweet-savory accompaniment that pairs with grilled and comfort foods.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium560mg24%
Total Carbohydrate30g11%
Dietary Fiber5g18%
Total Sugars12g
Added Sugars11g22%
Protein7g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Prepared, Navy, Beans,, Water,, Brown, Sugar,, Tomato, Puree, (Tomato, Paste,, Water)., Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Salt,, Mustard, (Water,, Vinegar,, Mustard, Seed,, Salt,, Paprika,, Turmeric),, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Onion, Powder,, Spice,, Extractive, of, Paprika,, Garlic, Powder,, Natural, Flavor..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The product is a ready‑to‑eat canned formulation with added brown sugar, modified corn starch, natural flavors and flavor extracts; those industrial ingredients and processing steps align with NOVA group 4 (ultra‑processed).

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Common Questions about Bush's Best Vegetarian Baked Beans With Brown Sugar And Spices

The Vegetarian Baked Beans are a decent option if you’re looking for a quick, protein-rich snack or side dish. They pack in 7 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber per serving, which can help keep you full. Of course, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people — if you're watching your sodium intake, keep in mind they do have 560 mg of sodium per serving.

Perfect For

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weekend-brunch
road-trip

Vibe:

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