Savory Baked Beans

Transform your meals with these hearty, soul-warming Savory Baked Beans—a classic dish elevated by rich, smoky flavors and wholesome ingredients. Made with tender dried navy beans, smoky bacon, and a bold blend of molasses, tomato paste, and spices, this recipe brings a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory to your table. Slowly baked to perfection in the oven, these beans develop a luscious, thick sauce that clings to every bite. Whether served as a comforting side dish at your next barbecue or as a standalone meal with crusty bread, this easy-to-follow recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Packed with protein and bursting with flavor, our Savory Baked Beans are the ultimate comfort food for any gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried navy beans
• 4 slices Bacon, chopped
• 1 medium Onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 14-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes, with juice
• 0.25 cup Molasses
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort the dried navy beans, then place them in a large bowl. Cover with water and soak overnight, or for at least 8 hours.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Set them aside.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 4

In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

Step 5

Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute, until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen its flavor.

Step 7

Add the canned diced tomatoes, molasses, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 8

Add the rinsed navy beans and water to the pot, stirring to combine everything.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.

Step 10

Bake for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally and add more water if needed to prevent drying out.

Step 11

Once the beans are cooked, stir in the reserved crispy bacon.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if necessary.

Step 13

Serve warm as a side dish or a main course, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1683.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1496.7

Total Fat 30.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 66mg	0%
Sodium 4157.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 243.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.9g	0%
Total Sugars 106.6g
Protein 73.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 675.8mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 5797.8mg	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: 17.8%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 63.1%