Boston Baked Beans
Boston baked beans are a classic American dish, featuring tender beans cooked in a sweet and savory sauce. This recipe is perfect for a comforting meal or as a side dish for a barbecue.
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried navy beans
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups water
Instructions
- Rinse the navy beans and pick out any debris.
- In a large pot, combine the beans, onion, molasses, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, salt, pepper, and water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3-4 hours, or until the beans are tender.
- Stir occasionally and add more water if needed to keep the beans covered.
- Once the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened, remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 4 hours
- Total time:
- 4 hours
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 9g
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 3g
Supplies
Large pot Spoon
Tools
Cutting board Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the Boston baked beans hot as a side dish with grilled meats or as a main course with cornbread.
Tips & tricks
For a smoky flavor, add a few strips of bacon to the beans while they cook.
Cost
$8