Savory Baked Beans Recipe

Elevate your next potluck or family gathering with this irresistible recipe for Savory Baked Beans! This easy-to-follow recipe delivers big on flavor with tender beans simmered in a tangy, savory sauce. Perfect alongside BBQ, coleslaw, and corn on the cob, these baked beans are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Adaptable for slow cookers too! (Instructions included for both stovetop and oven methods)

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 165 mins

Calories 256.5 kcal

Protein 27g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Savory Baked Beans

Dried Navy Beans
6 cups water
1 bay leaf
Garlic Clove
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
Sweet Pickles
Stewed Tomatoes
Dried Basil Leaves
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Black Pepper
Parmesan Cheese

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How to Make Savory Baked Beans

Rinse and pick over 2 cups of dried pinto beans. Soak overnight (optional, but recommended for quicker cooking).
In a large saucepan, combine the beans and 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour.
Add 1 bay leaf, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 chopped onion, and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley to the beans.
Bring the mixture back to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover loosely, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until beans are tender but not mushy.
Drain the beans if necessary, reserving about 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
Transfer the beans to a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
In a medium skillet, sauté 2 stalks of thinly sliced celery in 2 tablespoons of olive oil for about 5 minutes until softened.
Add 1 cup of chopped dill pickles, 1 cup of chopped tomatoes, 1 tablespoon of dried basil (or 2 tablespoons fresh), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the skillet.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir the celery-pickle mixture into the beans in the casserole dish.
Cover the casserole dish and bake at 250°F (120°C) for 2 hours.
Uncover the casserole dish, sprinkle with 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Savory Baked Beans?

Savory Baked Beans takes about 185 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 165 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Savory Baked Beans?

Savory Baked Beans has approximately 256.5 calories per serving, with about 27 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Savory Baked Beans?

The key ingredients for Savory Baked Beans are Dried Navy Beans, Water, Bay Leaf, Garlic Clove, Onion, Parsley. See the full list with measurements above.