New England Baked Beans Crock Pot
Capture the comforting flavors of rustic Americana with this hearty New England Baked Beans Crock Pot recipe. Perfectly tender navy beans are slow-cooked in a rich, flavorful sauce infused with molasses, dark brown sugar, crispy bacon, and a dynamic blend of spices, creating a sweet and smoky harmony that embodies traditional New England cuisine. Diced yellow onion adds a touch of savory depth, while apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard balance the sweetness with tangy complexity. Effortlessly prepared in a crock pot, this recipe is ideal for busy cooks seeking classic homemade taste without the fuss. Serve these baked beans as the perfect side for a backyard barbecue or as a cozy, standalone dish. Let your kitchen embrace the aroma of old-fashioned cooking with this timeless delight! Keywords: New England baked beans recipe, crock pot beans, slow cooker side dish, molasses baked beans, traditional comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried navy beans
- 6 cups water
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 6 slices bacon, diced
- 0.33 cup molasses
- 0.25 cup dark brown sugar
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Rinse the dried navy beans under cold water, removing any debris or broken beans.
In a large pot, bring the beans and 6 cups of water to a boil. Boil for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and let the beans soak for 1 hour. Drain and rinse the beans.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings in the skillet.
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion in the bacon drippings until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
In a large bowl, whisk together the molasses, brown sugar, ketchup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Add the soaked beans, cooked bacon, sautéed onion, and the molasses mixture to a crock pot. Stir to combine.
Pour in enough water to cover the beans by about an inch.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 8–9 hours, or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally and add a bit more water if needed to prevent drying out.
Once the beans are fully cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 48.1 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 4628 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 444.8 g | 162% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 72.8 g | 260% | |
| Total Sugars | 163.0 g | ||
| Protein | 136.6 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1074 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 29.8 mg | 166% | |
| Potassium | 8790 mg | 187% | |
*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.
