Homemade Baked Beans

Cozy up with the ultimate comfort dish by making these rich and flavorful Homemade Baked Beans! This hearty recipe combines tender navy beans slow-baked to perfection in a smoky, sweet, and tangy sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, and a hint of Dijon mustard. Infused with the savory goodness of crispy bacon, caramelized onions, garlic, and smoky paprika, every bite bursts with classic barbecue-inspired flavor. Perfect as a side dish for summer cookouts, potlucks, or even a comforting weeknight dinner, these baked beans are irresistibly satisfying. With a slow-baking process that allows the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld, this recipe results in a savory-sweet balance that's worth the wait. Serve them warm alongside grilled meats, cornbread, or enjoy them as a hearty meal on their own!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams dried navy beans
• 250 grams bacon strips
• 1 large onion
• 3 medium garlic cloves
• 250 ml ketchup
• 100 grams brown sugar
• 60 ml molasses
• 45 ml Dijon mustard
• 30 ml cider vinegar
• 5 grams smoked paprika
• 500 ml water
• 10 grams salt
• 5 grams black pepper
• 2 pieces bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the navy beans under cold water. Place them in a large pot and cover with water. Soak the beans overnight, or for at least 8 hours.

Step 2

Drain the soaked navy beans and set aside.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).

Step 4

In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

Step 5

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the pot and sauté in the bacon fat over medium heat until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the soaked navy beans, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, Dijon mustard, cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and bay leaves to the pot.

Step 7

Pour in the water, stirring everything together until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a simmer on the stovetop, then cover the pot with a lid and place it in the preheated oven.

Step 9

Bake the beans for about 4 hours, or until they are tender and the sauce has thickened, stirring every hour. If the mixture becomes too dry, add a little more water.

Step 10

Once the beans are cooked, remove the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 11

Crumble the cooked bacon over the top before serving. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoyed on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1998.1 grams (1998.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4108

Total Fat 122.40g	157%
Saturated Fat 36.80g	184%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 275mg	92%
Sodium 10387mg	452%
Total Carbohydrate 556.70g	202%
Dietary Fiber 83.00g	296%
Total Sugars 222.10g
Protein 208.90g	418%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1150mg	88%
Iron 37mg	207%
Potassium 10357mg	220%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.5%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 53.5%