Description
Rich and comforting Homemade Baked Beans slow-baked in a sweet and savory sauce until thick and bubbly. Tender navy beans soak up smoky, tangy flavors, making this classic side dish perfect for barbecues or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked navy beans or 2 cans (15 ounces each), drained and rinsed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion until soft and translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine beans, sautéed onion and garlic, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, mustard, vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and water. Stir well.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes bubbly.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving to allow sauce to thicken further.
Notes
- Bake uncovered during the final stage to thicken the sauce.
- Add cayenne or hot sauce for a spicier version.
- Substitute part of the ketchup with barbecue sauce for deeper flavor.
- Store refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months and reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 11 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
