My Mama's Baked Beans

Transport your taste buds to the heart of comfort food with "My Mama's Baked Beans," a soul-warming dish that's equal parts sweet, smoky, and savory. This recipe takes tender pinto or navy beans and coats them in a rich, homemade sauce starring ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, and a touch of tangy apple cider vinegar. The addition of crispy bacon, sautéed onions, and smoky paprika elevates this classic favorite, creating the perfect balance of deep flavors. Slowly baked to caramelized perfection in the oven, these baked beans make an irresistible side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or family dinners. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy yet unforgettable dish is sure to become a staple on your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups canned beans (pinto or navy beans, drained)
• 6 slices bacon, diced
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.333 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until it is crispy. Once cooked, remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 3

Add the chopped yellow onion to the same skillet with the bacon drippings. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, mustard, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and water. Whisk until smooth.

Step 5

Add the drained beans, cooked onions, and cooked bacon to the mixing bowl. Stir until everything is evenly coated with the sauce.

Step 6

Pour the bean mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out into an even layer.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Step 8

After 40 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, allowing the top to caramelize slightly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the baked beans cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1558.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1832.1

Total Fat 42.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 99mg	0%
Sodium 6312.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 322.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.0g	0%
Total Sugars 156.3g
Protein 79.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 509.5mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 3791.3mg	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: 19.2%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 64.8%