New England Baked Beans Crock Pot

Capture the comforting flavors of rustic Americana with this hearty New England Baked Beans Crock Pot recipe. Perfectly tender navy beans are slow-cooked in a rich, flavorful sauce infused with molasses, dark brown sugar, crispy bacon, and a dynamic blend of spices, creating a sweet and smoky harmony that embodies traditional New England cuisine. Diced yellow onion adds a touch of savory depth, while apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard balance the sweetness with tangy complexity. Effortlessly prepared in a crock pot, this recipe is ideal for busy cooks seeking classic homemade taste without the fuss. Serve these baked beans as the perfect side for a backyard barbecue or as a cozy, standalone dish. Let your kitchen embrace the aroma of old-fashioned cooking with this timeless delight! Keywords: New England baked beans recipe, crock pot beans, slow cooker side dish, molasses baked beans, traditional comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:540 mins

Total Time:555 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried navy beans
• 6 cups water
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 6 slices bacon, diced
• 0.33 cup molasses
• 0.25 cup dark brown sugar
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried navy beans under cold water, removing any debris or broken beans.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring the beans and 6 cups of water to a boil. Boil for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and let the beans soak for 1 hour. Drain and rinse the beans.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings in the skillet.

Step 4

In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion in the bacon drippings until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

In a large bowl, whisk together the molasses, brown sugar, ketchup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

Step 6

Add the soaked beans, cooked bacon, sautéed onion, and the molasses mixture to a crock pot. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Pour in enough water to cover the beans by about an inch.

Step 8

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 8–9 hours, or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally and add a bit more water if needed to prevent drying out.

Step 9

Once the beans are fully cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2398.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2704.5

Total Fat 48.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 99mg	0%
Sodium 4627.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 444.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.8g	0%
Total Sugars 163.0g
Protein 136.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1074.5mg	0%
Iron 29.8mg	0%
Potassium 8790.0mg	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: 15.7%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 64.5%