All American Molasses Baked Beans Recipe

Ingredients for All American Molasses Baked Beans

• White Beans
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 4 ounces salt pork, diced
• 1 cup ketchup
• Dark Brown Sugar
• ½ cup molasses
• 1 tablespoon dry mustard
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper

How to Make All American Molasses Baked Beans

1. Place 1 pound dried beans in a large bowl and cover with at least 3 inches of cold water.
2. Soak overnight (or for at least 8 hours).
3. Drain the beans thoroughly.
4. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the drained beans and 2 bay leaves.
5. Add enough water to cover the beans by 3 inches.
6. 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.
7. Drain the beans, reserving 4 cups of the cooking liquid.
8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
9. 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.
10. Stir in the drained beans and 3 cups of the reserved cooking liquid.
11. Cover the pot tightly with foil, then with the lid.
12. 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.
13. Season with salt to taste before serving.