Baked Beans Recipe
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Ingredients
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Beans
Sauce
Flavorings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak the Beans
Rinse the dried navy beans under cold water and place them in a large bowl. Cover the beans with 6 cups of water and let them soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.
- 2
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) while the beans are soaking.
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Beans
After soaking, drain the beans and transfer them to a large pot. Cover with fresh water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer the beans for about 1 hour until they are tender. Drain the beans and set aside.
- 4
Prepare the Sauce
In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, ketchup, molasses, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
- 5
Cook the Bacon and Vegetables
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Combine and Bake
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beans, bacon mixture, and sauce. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and slightly thickened.