Three Dollar Baked Beans

Budget-friendly, comforting, and bursting with rich, smoky flavor, Three Dollar Baked Beans is the ultimate side dish for any occasion. Made with pantry staples like canned navy beans, ketchup, brown sugar, and a touch of smoked paprika, this recipe transforms humble ingredients into a sweet and savory classic that tastes like it simmered all day. Ready in under an hour, these baked beans combine sautéed onions and a perfectly seasoned sauce, baked to tender perfection for a dish that’s as hearty as it is easy to make. Whether you're serving it alongside BBQ, cornbread, or enjoying it on its own, this crowd-pleaser will quickly become your go-to for budget-friendly meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 15-ounce cans Canned navy beans
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 0.5 medium, diced Onion
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Drain and rinse the canned navy beans, then set them aside.

Step 3

In a medium-sized oven-safe skillet or saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.

Step 5

Lower the heat slightly and stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 6

Add the water to the skillet and stir until the sauce is smooth.

Step 7

Gently fold in the rinsed navy beans, ensuring they are well-coated with the sauce.

Step 8

Remove the skillet or saucepan from heat and transfer it to the oven.

Step 9

Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the baked beans to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy! These baked beans pair well with cornbread, coleslaw, or grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	304.4 grams (304.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	379

Total Fat 14.20g	18%
Saturated Fat 2.00g	10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1798mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 60.20g	22%
Dietary Fiber 5.90g	21%
Total Sugars 33.10g
Protein 8.10g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 95mg	7%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 507mg	11%

*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: 31.9%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 60.0%