Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGailey's Breakfast CafeBaked Beans Recipe

Baked Beans Recipe

Time3h
Serves6

Make Baked Beans Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Beans

Method

Preparation of Beans

  1. 1

    Soak the Beans

    Rinse the dried navy beans under cold water to remove any debris. Place the beans in a large bowl, cover them with 6 cups of water, and let them soak overnight.

  2. 2

    Cook the Beans

    After soaking, drain the beans and transfer them to a pot. Cover the beans with fresh water (about 6 cups), bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 hour until tender. Drain excess water and set the beans aside.

Making the Sauce

  1. 3

    Cook the Bacon

    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until it is crisp. Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels, leaving the drippings in the pan.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Onion

    In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. 5

    Combine Ingredients for Sauce

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked bacon, sautéed onion, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a uniform sauce.

Baking the Beans

  1. 6

    Combine Beans and Sauce

    In a large baking dish, combine the cooked navy beans with the sauce mixture. Stir well to ensure that the beans are fully coated in the sauce.

  2. 7

    Bake the Beans

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour. After 1 hour, remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until the beans are bubbly and the sauce is thickened.

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