Ingredients for All American Baked Beans
- 2 pounds dried navy beans
- 4 slices smoked bacon, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup dark molasses
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 8 cups water (for soaking beans)
- 8 cups fresh water (for cooking beans)
- 3/4 cup reserved bean cooking liquid
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How to Make All American Baked Beans
- Rinse 2 pounds of dried navy beans and pick through to remove any debris.
- Soak the beans overnight in a large pot with 8 cups of water.
- Drain the beans in a colander and rinse well under cold running water.
- Transfer the beans to a large heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven.
- Cover the beans with 8 cups of fresh water and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Add more water if necessary to keep beans covered.
- Drain the beans, reserving 1 1/2 cups of the cooking liquid.
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Heat a 2-quart ovenproof casserole dish or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add 4 slices of bacon, diced, and cook until slightly crisp and the fat is rendered, about 5 minutes.
- Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves of garlic, minced, and cook until softened, 5-10 minutes.
- Stir in 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar and cook until dissolved, about 5 minutes.
- Add 1 cup of ketchup, 1/2 cup of maple syrup, 1/4 cup of molasses, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Add the drained beans and stir to combine thoroughly.
- Cover the casserole dish and transfer to the preheated oven.
- Bake, stirring occasionally, for 2 1/2 hours.
- Add 3/4 cup of the reserved bean liquid, cover, and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake until the sauce is thick and syrupy, another 10-15 minutes, stirring once.
- Serve hot. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
52 g
Sugar
239g
Fat
16g
Carbs
30g
