Bush's Best: the American beans from the Bush family since 1908!

Bush's Best is the story of a Tennessee family that created the best-selling baked beans recipe in the US. Since 1908, the Bush family has been making its canned beans in Chestnut Hill, Tennessee. Their secret? A family recipe jealously guarded since 1969 — and Duke, the family dog who keeps the brand's secrets in every commercial! At My American Market, we import the best references straight for you.

Did you know Bush's Best accounts for 80% of all American baked beans?

It's staggering: Bush Brothers & Company produces around 80% of all canned baked beans eaten in the US! More than 55 million kilos of beans a year. The Bush family has led the company for 5 generations — from A.J. Bush, who started with a tomato cannery in 1908, to the baked beans recipe launched in 1969 based on grandmother Kathleen Bush's secret recipe.

The mascot Duke the Labrador — the family dog — jealously guards the recipe secret in every commercial. He regularly tries to sell it to competitors, but Jay Bush (the founder's grandson) always stops him. A humorous saga that's run for decades and that every American knows!

The Bush's Best range

Bush's Best offers two big product families at My American Market:

The Baked Beans — beans simmered in American-style sauce, in several varieties: Original (the classic), Boston Recipe (sweeter), Honey Sweet (honey), Maple & Cured Bacon (maple syrup and smoked bacon), Barbecue, Onion and Sweet Heat (sweet-and-spicy). Each one offers a different flavor profile — from the mildest to the spiciest!

The plain beans — Black Beans, Light Red Kidney Beans, Dark Red Kidney Beans and Chick Peas. Premium-quality beans, already cooked, ready to use in all your recipes!

How to cook with Bush's Best

Baked Beans: heat them straight in a pan or the microwave. Serve as a side with grilled sausages, BBQ ribs or pulled pork. Americans also serve them at breakfast with eggs and bacon — the "Full American Breakfast"!

Black Beans: rinse and drain, then use in burritos, tacos, Mexican salads, soups or as a side with rice. Scatter over cilantro, lime and avocado.

Kidney Beans: essential for American chili con carne! Add straight into your dish without rinsing to keep the sauce flavor.

Chick Peas: roast in the oven with some Dash and olive oil for a crunchy snack, or use as a base for homemade hummus.

Frequently asked questions about Bush's Best

Are American Baked Beans different from European beans in tomato sauce?

Very different! American Baked Beans are sweeter, thicker, with a molasses, brown sugar and spice flavor — a world away from the tangy tomato sauce of European versions. It's a completely different taste experience!

Where to buy Bush's Best in Europe?

Bush's Best is nearly impossible to find in regular European stores. My American Market imports them straight from the States — beans you'll never see in a regular European supermarket. Express delivery!

Into American cooking? Check out Manwich, Historic Lynchburg and Hidden Valley in our shop too!

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