Now That's What I'm Talkin About Baked Beans

Get ready to elevate your barbecue or family dinner with "Now That's What I'm Talkin About Baked Beans," the ultimate side dish packed with bold, smoky flavor. This hearty recipe combines tender navy beans with crispy thick-cut bacon, caramelized onions, and a rich sauce made from ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, and a touch of liquid smoke for that irresistible BBQ essence. Smoked paprika and Dijon mustard add a subtle tang and depth, while a splash of apple cider vinegar balances the sweetness perfectly. Slow-baked to perfection in a Dutch oven or casserole dish, these baked beans are thick, saucy, and bursting with flavor. Whether you pair them with grilled meats or serve them as a comforting stand-alone dish, these baked beans are guaranteed to steal the show!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 slices thick-cut bacon
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 15-ounce cans canned navy beans, drained and rinsed
• 0.75 cups ketchup
• 0.5 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoons liquid smoke
• 0.5 cups water or chicken broth

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Remove the cooked bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the skillet.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Stir the navy beans into the skillet, followed by the ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, black pepper, and liquid smoke. Mix everything together thoroughly.

Step 5

Crumble the cooked bacon and stir it into the bean mixture.

Step 6

Pour in the water (or chicken broth) and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 7

Once simmering, transfer the skillet or Dutch oven to the preheated oven (if not using an oven-safe skillet, transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish).

Step 8

Bake uncovered for 75 to 90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1969.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2038.3

Total Fat 45.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 64.3mg	0%
Sodium 3978.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 352.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 62.1g	0%
Total Sugars 168.4g
Protein 72.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 707.0mg	0%
Iron 21.8mg	0%
Potassium 4584.1mg	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: 19.3%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 67.0%