Crock Pot Beans in Molasses
Dive into the hearty comfort of Crock Pot Beans in Molasses, a slow-cooked delight that combines tender navy beans with the deep, rich sweetness of molasses and a medley of bold seasonings. This recipe is the epitome of effortless cooking, thanks to the trusty crock pot, which melds flavors over hours to create a velvety, smoky dish. Accentuated by hints of brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika, these beans are perfect as a side or even a standalone meal. For extra indulgence, add crispy bacon for a savory touch. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this classic dish is ideal for cozy gatherings or meal prep. Serve warm, and savor the soul-soothing taste of perfectly seasoned, slow-cooked beans.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Dried navy beans (or other small white beans)
- 6 cups Water
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cups Molasses
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar
- 0.25 cups Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 4 slices Bacon, diced and cooked (optional)
Instructions
Rinse and sort the dried navy beans, checking for any debris or damaged beans.
Place the beans in a large bowl and cover with water. Soak overnight or for at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse the beans before cooking.
In a crock pot, add the soaked beans and 6 cups of fresh water. Stir in the chopped onion.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the molasses, brown sugar, ketchup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
Pour the molasses mixture over the beans in the crock pot and stir to combine.
If using diced bacon, cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy and add it to the crock pot.
Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to low heat. Cook for 8 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
Check the beans for tenderness after 8 hours. If the beans are too thick, add a little hot water to loosen the mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve warm as a side dish or main meal. Enjoy the comforting, rich flavors of these slow-cooked molasses beans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 538 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1441 mg | 31% | |
*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.
