Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of New England with this classic baked beans recipe. Tender navy beans slow-cooked in a sweet and savory sauce make for a delightful side dish or a hearty main meal. Perfect for barbecues, family dinners, or cozy gatherings, these baked beans will evoke nostalgia and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb dried navy beans
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 6 oz thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soak the beans overnight in a large bowl of water.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove excess drippings, then add the diced onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine soaked beans, bacon mixture, maple syrup, ketchup, mustard powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Transfer to a baking dish or Dutch oven, add enough water to cover the beans, and cover with a lid or foil. Bake for about 2 hours.
- After 2 hours, check water levels; add more if needed. Bake uncovered for an additional hour until beans are tender and sauce thickens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: New England
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg