Canadian Baked Beans

Discover the comforting, homestyle flavors of Canadian Baked Beans—a slow-cooked classic featuring tender navy beans infused with the rich sweetness of pure maple syrup and smoky hints of crispy bacon. This hearty, one-pot dish brings together a medley of bold ingredients like Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and apple cider vinegar to create a perfectly balanced, caramelized sauce. Simmered low and slow in a Dutch oven, these baked beans boast a melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes them an irresistible addition to any table. Ideal as a satisfying main served alongside crusty bread or as a flavorful side for your favorite barbecue spread, this traditional recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:315 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams dried navy beans
• 200 grams bacon, diced
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 100 ml pure maple syrup
• 100 ml ketchup
• 50 grams brown sugar
• 15 ml Dijon mustard
• 15 ml apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1.5 liters water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort the dried navy beans to remove any debris. Place them in a large bowl, cover with water, and soak overnight (8–12 hours).

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Transfer them to a large pot and add 1.5 liters of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45–60 minutes, or until the beans are tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F).

Step 4

In a large ovenproof pot or Dutch oven, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

Step 5

To the pot with the bacon fat, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 6

Add the maple syrup, ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Return the cooked bacon and drained navy beans to the pot. Mix until the beans are evenly coated with the sauce.

Step 8

Cover the pot with a lid or aluminum foil. Transfer it to the preheated oven and bake for 4–5 hours, stirring every hour. If the beans appear too dry during cooking, add a splash of water to keep them moist.

Step 9

Once the beans are tender and the sauce is thick and caramelized, remove from the oven. Let cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a main dish with crusty bread or as a side to your favorite meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2670.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3422.5

Total Fat 95.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 220mg	0%
Sodium 6655.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 465.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 80.3g	0%
Total Sugars 144.2g
Protein 188.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1019.0mg	0%
Iron 28.9mg	0%
Potassium 8772.1mg	0%

*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: 24.6%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 53.7%