This hearty and flavorful Homemade Baked Beans recipe is made entirely from scratch using navy beans and a sweet, tangy tomato-molasses sauce. It’s a comforting, classic side dish ideal for backyard BBQs, potlucks, or slow Sunday dinners.
Ingredients for this Homemade Baked Beans:
- 1 cup navy beans, soaked overnight and drained
- 4 cups water
- ¼ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 small onion, chopped
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Simmer the beans: In a pot, combine soaked navy beans and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 1 hour or until tender. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
- Mix the sauce: In a bowl, combine ketchup, maple syrup, brown sugar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, chili powder, and chopped onion. Stir in the reserved liquid.
- Combine and bake: In a baking dish or Dutch oven, mix the beans with the sauce. Cover and bake for 2½ to 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Uncover for the last 30 minutes for a thicker sauce.
- Serve warm. Your Homemade Baked Beans are now ready to enjoy.
Prep Time:
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 3½ to 4 hours
- Total: ~4 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition (per serving, approx. 6 servings):
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
Enjoy your Homemade Baked Beans as a delicious, comforting side that brings warmth and flavor to any meal.
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