Marsha's Special Baked Beans

Elevate your next barbecue or potluck with Marsha's Special Baked Beans, a crowd-pleasing dish that strikes the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors. This recipe features tender navy beans baked to perfection in a rich sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, and a touch of Dijon mustard, all enhanced by the savory depth of thick-cut bacon and caramelized onions. A hint of smoked paprika and apple cider vinegar adds complexity, making these baked beans anything but ordinary. With just 15 minutes of prep and an oven-baked finish, this dish is as simple to make as it is delicious. Serve it as a hearty side for barbecues, grilled meats, or casual family dinners, and watch it become a fast favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups canned navy beans
• 6 slices thick-cut bacon
• 1 medium, finely diced yellow onion
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Rinse the canned navy beans under cold water and allow them to drain fully.

Step 3

Cut the thick-cut bacon into small bite-sized pieces. Add the bacon to a large skillet and cook over medium heat until crispy, about 7-8 minutes. Remove the cooked bacon and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced yellow onion to the bacon drippings. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until the onions are softened and slightly caramelized.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and water. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.

Step 6

Add the cooked onions, crispy bacon, and drained navy beans to the mixing bowl with the sauce. Gently stir to coat the beans evenly.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes.

Step 9

After 60 minutes, remove the aluminum foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened and bubbling.

Step 10

Remove the baked beans from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1333.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2281.4

Total Fat 45.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 64.3mg	0%
Sodium 5491.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 384.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.2g	0%
Total Sugars 157.7g
Protein 90.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 727.4mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 4659.0mg	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: 17.9%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 66.6%