Maple Baked Beans

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3 slices bacon, diced

1 large Vidalia onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

Pinch red pepper flakes

4 (15-ounce) cans white beans, drained and rinsed

1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes

2 tablespoons light brown sugar

2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

1 cup porter-style beer

1/2 cup real maple syrup

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

3 dashes hot sauce

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper