Sweet and Savory Baked Beans

Get ready to elevate your side dish game with these Sweet and Savory Baked Beans, a comforting blend of smoky, tangy, and rich flavors baked to perfection. Made with tender navy beans, crispy bacon, and a luscious sauce crafted from ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, and a touch of smoked paprika, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory notes. The robust mix of apple cider vinegar and yellow mustard adds a tangy depth, while a slow bake ensures every bite is infused with irresistible flavor. Ideal for BBQs, potlucks, or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-follow recipe is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, cornbread, or a crisp salad. Enjoy a hearty, homemade spin on a classic favorite that's sure to become a staple in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups canned navy beans
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 6 slices bacon, diced
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup molasses
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon 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 diced bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set it aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings in the skillet.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and water. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.

Step 5

In a 9x13-inch baking dish or an oven-safe casserole dish, layer the canned navy beans (drained and rinsed), the cooked onion and garlic mixture, and half of the crispy bacon pieces.

Step 6

Pour the prepared sauce over the beans and stir gently to combine all the ingredients.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

Step 8

After 1 hour, remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining crispy bacon on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and the beans are bubbling.

Step 9

Remove the baked beans from the oven and let them cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1171.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1956.6

Total Fat 42.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 99mg	0%
Sodium 6644.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 309.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.6g	0%
Total Sugars 132.8g
Protein 94.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 698.0mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 4849.7mg	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: 19.0%

Carbs: 61.8%