Classic Baked Beans
Rich, smoky, and irresistibly hearty, Classic Baked Beans are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for backyard barbecues or cozy family dinners. Made from tender navy beans slow-baked to perfection, this recipe bursts with layers of flavor, featuring smoky bacon, sweet molasses, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a touch of dry mustard for depth. The long baking process in the oven ensures the sauce thickens into a luscious, caramelized glaze, while smoked paprika adds a subtle hint of spice. Whether served as a side dish or a main, these old-fashioned baked beans are a timeless crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, cornbread, or even a simple green salad. A must-try for fans of classic comfort recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams dried navy beans
- 150 grams bacon, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 120 ml ketchup
- 80 ml molasses
- 100 grams brown sugar
- 30 ml apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons dry mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 liter water
Instructions
Rinse the navy beans under cold water and remove any stones or debris.
In a large pot, cover the beans with cold water and let them soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.
Drain and rinse the beans, then place them back into the pot.
Add 1 liter of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the beans are tender but not mushy. Drain the beans, reserving the cooking liquid.
Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F).
In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the bacon fat, sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Remove from the heat and stir in ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, dry mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Add the drained beans and bacon to the pot, stirring to combine.
Add enough reserved bean cooking liquid to cover the beans and mix well.
Cover and bake in the preheated oven for about 4 hours, stirring occasionally. If the beans become too dry, add more of the reserved liquid.
Remove the lid in the last 30 minutes of baking to allow the sauce to thicken.
Once cooked, let the beans cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your classic baked beans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.8 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.5 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 165 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 5559 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 496.8 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 72.8 g | 260% | |
| Total Sugars | 213.7 g | ||
| Protein | 158.8 g | 318% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1092 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 31.1 mg | 173% | |
| Potassium | 9175 mg | 195% | |
*The % Daily Value 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.
