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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
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Savory Baked Beans

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How to Make Savory Baked Beans

  1. Rinse and pick over 2 cups of dried pinto beans. Soak overnight (optional, but recommended for quicker cooking).
  2. In a large saucepan, combine the beans and 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour.
  4. Add 1 bay leaf, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 chopped onion, and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley to the beans.
  5. 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.
  6. Drain the beans if necessary, reserving about 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
  7. Transfer the beans to a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
  8. In a medium skillet, sauté 2 stalks of thinly sliced celery in 2 tablespoons of olive oil for about 5 minutes until softened.
  9. 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.
  10. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  11. Stir the celery-pickle mixture into the beans in the casserole dish.
  12. Cover the casserole dish and bake at 250°F (120°C) for 2 hours.
  13. Uncover the casserole dish, sprinkle with 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  14. 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

4g

Carbs

13g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Healthy Side Dishes Beans Vegetables American Oven Holiday Event Low Fat Summer Dietary Low Cholesterol Seasonal Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Independence Day Healthy 2 Low In Something Tomatoes Superbowl Taste Mood Savory Equipment 4 Hours Or Less