Saucy Baked Beans
Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with these saucy baked beans—a rich, smoky, and sweet side dish that’s perfect for backyard barbecues, cozy family dinners, or holiday gatherings. Made with tender navy beans simmered in a luscious homemade sauce of ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, and a touch of Dijon mustard, these baked beans boast layers of flavor that are elevated by crispy bacon bites and a hint of smoked paprika. They’re baked to perfection in the oven to achieve a thick, caramelized finish that’s irresistibly hearty and satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep and an easy one-pan cooking method, this versatile dish can be paired with grilled meats, cornbread, or enjoyed as a meal on its own. Wholesome, indulgent, and soul-warming, these saucy baked beans are sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups canned navy beans (drained and rinsed)
- 6 slices bacon (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (finely diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 cups ketchup
- 0.25 cups molasses
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cups water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large, oven-safe skillet or saucepan, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Leave about 2 tablespoons of the bacon drippings in the pan.
Add the diced onion to the skillet with the bacon drippings and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until fully combined and the sugar is dissolved.
Add the drained and rinsed navy beans to the skillet, followed by the water. Stir everything together to ensure the beans are evenly coated in the sauce.
Sprinkle the reserved crispy bacon over the top of the beans and gently mix it in.
Cover the skillet or transfer the mixture to a baking dish if needed. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent sticking.
Remove from the oven and let the baked beans rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy as a delicious, comforting side dish or main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1556 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 41.9 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 3571 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.3 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.9 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.3 g | ||
| Protein | 68.5 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 520 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 3880 mg | 83% | |
*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.
