Quick Boston Baked Beans

Experience the rich, smoky sweetness of comfort food made easy with this Quick Boston Baked Beans recipe. Ready in just 30 minutes, this simplified version of a New England classic features tender navy beans simmered in a luscious sauce of ketchup, molasses, and brown sugar, balanced with Dijon mustard and a hint of apple cider vinegar for tang. Crispy bacon and smoked paprika add depth and savory notes, while sautéed onions lend a subtle sweetness. Perfect as a hearty side dish for barbecues or a stand-alone meal with crusty bread, this recipe delivers all the nostalgic warmth of homemade baked beans without the long cook time.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned navy beans (drained and rinsed)
• 4 slices bacon (diced)
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 0.33 cup ketchup
• 3 tablespoons molasses
• 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 cup water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Keep the bacon drippings in the skillet.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet with the bacon drippings. Sauté over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the ketchup, molasses, dark brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and water. Mix well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 4

Add the drained and rinsed navy beans to the skillet. Stir gently to coat the beans evenly with the sauce.

Step 5

Season with salt and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Stir the crispy bacon pieces back into the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Remove from heat and let the beans cool slightly before serving. Serve warm as a side dish or on their own with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	911 grams (911.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1135

Total Fat 30.50g	39%
Saturated Fat 8.90g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 3439mg	150%
Total Carbohydrate 175.60g	64%
Dietary Fiber 25.00g	89%
Total Sugars 96.10g
Protein 46.00g	92%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 377mg	29%
Iron 11mg	60%
Potassium 2777mg	59%

*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: 23.6%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 60.5%