Grammie Bea's Boston Baked Beans

Immerse yourself in the comforting, slow-cooked richness of **Grammie Bea's Boston Baked Beans**, a classic recipe that brings New England tradition to your table. Featuring tender navy beans infused with the deep flavors of molasses, dark brown sugar, and tangy Dijon mustard, this iconic dish achieves its irresistible smoky undertone with crispy thick-cut bacon. Slow-baked to perfection in the oven for hours, the beans develop a luscious, caramelized sauce that pairs beautifully with BBQ favorites or warm cornbread. Whether you're hosting a backyard gathering or craving old-fashioned comfort food, this hearty, time-honored recipe promises to delight your taste buds. Keywords: Boston baked beans, homemade baked beans, slow-cooked beans, traditional New England recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried navy beans
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 8 ounces thick-cut bacon, diced
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1/3 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground dry mustard
• 3 cups water
• 1/4 cup ketchup

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried navy beans under cold water to remove any debris. Place the beans in a large bowl and cover them with cold water by at least 2 inches. Let soak overnight (8-12 hours).

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Transfer them to a large pot or Dutch oven. Cover with fresh water and stir in the baking soda.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface. Drain and set the beans aside.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 5

In your Dutch oven (or a large ovenproof pot), cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

Step 6

Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté in the bacon fat until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the molasses, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, kosher salt, black pepper, and ground dry mustard. Cook for 1 minute to combine the flavors.

Step 8

Return the drained beans to the pot, along with the cooked bacon. Pour in the water and ketchup, stirring everything thoroughly to combine.

Step 9

Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 5 hours, stirring once every hour to ensure the beans don’t stick to the bottom.

Step 10

After 5 hours, check the beans for tenderness. If needed, bake for an additional 30-60 minutes until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened. Add a splash of water if the mixture becomes too dry during cooking.

Step 11

Once baked, remove from the oven and let the beans rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy with warm cornbread or your favorite BBQ dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1782.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3297.5

Total Fat 104.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 151.2mg	0%
Sodium 7572.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 439.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.2g	0%
Total Sugars 161.7g
Protein 178.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1020.1mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 8969.5mg	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: 27.6%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 51.5%