Queen Puff's Easy Baked Beans

Warm, smoky, and irresistibly hearty, Queen Puff's Easy Baked Beans are the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. This flavor-packed recipe elevates traditional baked beans with crispy bacon, sautéed onions, and a tangy-sweet sauce made from ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, and a touch of Dijon mustard. A whisper of smoked paprika and garlic powder infuses every bite with a depth of flavor that will have your guests coming back for seconds. With minimal prep time and a simple baking method that caramelizes the beans to perfection, this dish is perfect as a savory side for BBQs or a standalone crowd-pleaser. Plus, it’s all baked in one pan for effortless cleanup! Whether you’re hosting a summer cookout or cozying up for a homey dinner, Queen Puff’s Easy Baked Beans are guaranteed to shine.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups canned navy beans
• 6 slices bacon
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1 tablespoon 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

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.

Step 3

Drain most of the bacon grease from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon behind.

Step 4

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and golden brown.

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. Whisk until well blended.

Step 6

Add the cooked onions, navy beans, and crumbled bacon to the bowl with the sauce. Stir gently to coat everything evenly.

Step 7

Transfer the bean mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes to achieve a deeper caramelized flavor and a slightly thickened texture.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Queen Puff's Easy Baked Beans as a side dish or a filling main course!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1386.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2134.3

Total Fat 24.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 47.5mg	0%
Sodium 4671.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 395.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.1g	0%
Total Sugars 162.4g
Protein 96.2g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 755.6mg	0%
Iron 20.7mg	0%
Potassium 4898.8mg	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: 10.1%

Protein: 17.6%

Carbs: 72.3%