Ingredients for All American Molasses Baked Beans
- 1 pound dried white beans
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 ounces salt pork, diced
- 1 cup ketchup
- ½ cup packed dark brown sugar
- ½ cup molasses
- 1 tablespoon dry mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 3 cups reserved bean cooking liquid
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How to Make All American Molasses Baked Beans
- Place 1 pound dried beans in a large bowl and cover with at least 3 inches of cold water.
- Soak overnight (or for at least 8 hours).
- Drain the beans thoroughly.
- In a large heavy saucepan, combine the drained beans and 2 bay leaves.
- Add enough water to cover the beans by 3 inches.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 45 minutes, or until beans are tender. Add more water if needed to prevent sticking.
- Drain the beans, reserving 4 cups of the cooking liquid.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large, oven-safe pot with a lid, combine 1 medium onion (chopped), 4 ounces salt pork (diced), 1 cup ketchup, ½ cup packed brown sugar, ½ cup molasses, 1 tablespoon dry mustard, and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
- Stir in the drained beans and 3 cups of the reserved cooking liquid.
- Cover the pot tightly with foil, then with the lid.
- Bake for 2 ½ hours, or until the beans are very tender and the liquid has been absorbed, adding more reserved cooking liquid if necessary to prevent dryness.
- Season with salt to taste before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
20 g
Sugar
114g
Fat
21g
Carbs
15g
