Oven Cooked Dry Beans

Discover the ultimate foolproof method for perfectly tender, flavorful beans with this Oven Cooked Dry Beans recipe. This hands-off approach makes cooking dried beans a breeze—simply bake them low and slow in a Dutch oven with water, olive oil, and optional aromatics like garlic and bay leaf for added depth of flavor. No soaking required! The oven’s even heat ensures consistently creamy beans, perfect for adding to soups, stews, salads, or enjoying as a hearty side. With just 10 minutes of prep, this method is an easy and reliable way to incorporate wholesome plant-based protein into your meal rotation. Plus, the beans store beautifully in their cooking liquid for up to five days, making meal prep a snap. Keywords: oven cooked beans, easy dried bean recipe, no soak beans, Dutch oven beans recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:130 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Dried beans (any variety)
• 6 cups Water
• 1 tbsp Salt
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves (optional, peeled and smashed)
• 1 piece Bay leaf (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 2

Sort through the dried beans and remove any debris or damaged beans. Rinse the beans thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe pot with a lid (such as a Dutch oven), combine the rinsed beans, water, salt, olive oil, garlic cloves (if using), and bay leaf (if using).

Step 4

Stir the mixture gently, ensuring the beans are submerged in the water.

Step 5

Cover the pot with its lid and place it in the preheated oven.

Step 6

Bake for 1 to 2 hours, checking for doneness after the first hour. The beans are ready when they are tender but not falling apart. Cooking times may vary depending on the variety and age of the beans.

Step 7

Once the beans are done cooking, remove the pot from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 8

Discard the bay leaf and garlic cloves if used. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt if needed.

Step 9

Serve the beans immediately or allow them to cool completely and store in their cooking liquid in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1932.1 grams (1932.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1710

Total Fat 19.50g	25%
Saturated Fat 3.10g	16%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7179mg	312%
Total Carbohydrate 288.00g	105%
Dietary Fiber 69.20g	247%
Total Sugars 9.60g
Protein 95.70g	191%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 476mg	37%
Iron 23mg	130%
Potassium 6150mg	131%

*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: 10.3%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 67.4%