BAKED BEANS WITH POMEGRANATE MOLASSES, WALNUTS AND CHARD
This Iranian-inspired rendition of baked beans is sweetened with pomegranate molasses, which you can find in Middle Eastern markets.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, project, main course
Time 3h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the drained beans, bay leaf and water (enough to cover by an inch) in a large, ovenproof casserole or Dutch oven (earthenware is nice) and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 45 minutes to an hour, until just tender. Check from time to time to make sure the beans are submerged and add water if necessary. Remove the bay leaf.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil in a medium-size heavy skillet over medium heat and add the onions. Cook, stirring often, until tender and lightly caramelized, about 10 minutes. Turn down the heat to low, add a generous pinch of salt, cover and continue to simmer, stirring often, until the onions are dark brown and have melted down to half their original volume, another 15 to 20 minutes. Stir into the beans, along with the pomegranate molasses, tomatoes, and salt and pepper to taste. Place in the oven and bake, covered, for 1 hour. The beans should be very tender. Check from time to time to make sure the beans are submerged; add water as necessary or just press down on the beans to cover them with liquid. (They shouldn't be swimming, though.)
- Uncover the beans, taste and adjust salt, and stir in the Swiss chard. Sprinkle the walnuts over the top and drizzle on the final tablespoon of oil. Return to the oven and bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes more. Remove from the oven, taste and adjust seasonings. Serve hot or warm.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 381, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1067 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams
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Joanna Rosales
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of baked beans, but these were really good! The pomegranate molasses added a nice sweetness and the walnuts and chard added a nice crunch. I would definitely make these again.
Davontaye
[email protected]These baked beans are so easy to make and they are so delicious! I love the combination of the sweet and savory flavors. I will definitely be making these again.
Habib Asad
[email protected]I made these baked beans for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I especially liked the addition of the pomegranate molasses. It gave the beans a unique and delicious flavor.
Feezan Hameed
[email protected]These baked beans were delicious! I loved the combination of the sweet and savory flavors. I would definitely make these again.
MD. Rabiul Islam
[email protected]These baked beans were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of pomegranate molasses next time.
Swoosh Life
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of baked beans, but these were really good! The pomegranate molasses added a nice sweetness and the walnuts and chard added a nice crunch. I would definitely make these again.
Camila Aguirre
[email protected]These baked beans are so easy to make and they are so delicious! I love the combination of the sweet and savory flavors. I will definitely be making these again.
Sohailkhan Afridi
[email protected]I made these baked beans for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I especially liked the addition of the pomegranate molasses. It gave the beans a unique and delicious flavor.
Singer Balochi
[email protected]These baked beans were delicious! I loved the combination of the sweet and savory flavors. I would definitely make these again.
Isabella Vergara
[email protected]These baked beans were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of pomegranate molasses next time.
Donna Hall
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of baked beans, but these were really good! The pomegranate molasses added a nice sweetness and the walnuts and chard added a nice crunch. I would definitely make these again.
Md Balal
[email protected]These baked beans are so easy to make and they are so delicious! I love the combination of the sweet and savory flavors. I will definitely be making these again.
Aarshit Tripathi
[email protected]I made these baked beans for a potluck and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. I especially liked the addition of the pomegranate molasses. It gave the beans a unique and delicious flavor.
Farhad AFG
[email protected]These baked beans are amazing! The pomegranate molasses adds a delicious sweet and tart flavor, and the walnuts and chard add a nice crunch and texture. I will definitely be making these again.