Best 4 Cranberry Baked Beans Recipes

Cranberry baked beans is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This classic dish is often served at holiday meals, but it can also be enjoyed as a weeknight meal. Cranberry baked beans are made with a combination of canned or dried beans, canned or fresh cranberries, a sweet and tangy sauce, and often bacon or ham. The dish is typically baked in the oven until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened. Cranberry baked beans can be made ahead of time, making it a convenient option for busy families.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY BAKED BEANS

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I knew I'd found a winner when I got the idea to simmer beans in cranberry juice. The tartness of the juice is a nice subtle contrast to the sweet brown sugar and molasses in these baked beans. They're wonderful warm or cold. -Wendie Osipowicz, New Britain, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 4h10m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 cups dried navy beans
5 cups cranberry juice
1/2 pound lean salt pork, diced
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup molasses
5 teaspoons dark brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

Place beans in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour to 4 hours, or until softened. , Drain beans and discard liquid. Return beans to Dutch oven. Add cranberry juice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are almost tender. , Drain, reserving cranberry liquid. Place beans in a 2-1/2-qt. casserole or bean pot; add remaining ingredients and 1-1/2 cups of cranberry liquid. Cover and bake at 350° for 3 hours or until beans are tender and of desired consistency, stirring every 30 minutes. Add reserved cranberry liquid as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 696mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 13g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

VEGETARIAN BAKED CRANBERRY BEANS

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A vegetarian version of your potluck favorite made with cranberry beans. This recipe uses simple ingredients to give you a truly wholesome dish full of natural flavor. Serve with polenta for a complete meal or as a side dish to your favorite main course.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas Baked Bean Recipes

Time 7h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 cup dried cranberry beans
water as needed
1 bay leaf
1 cube vegetable bouillon cube, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
½ cup diced bell pepper
1 cup tomato sauce
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon chipotle flakes
½ teaspoon smoked paprika

Steps:

Cover beans with water in a large pot and allow to soak for 6 to 8 hours. Drain and rinse under cold running water.
Cover soaked beans with fresh water about 3 inches above the top of the beans and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add bay leaf and 1/2 of the bouillon cube. Reduce heat and simmer until beans are al dente, about 45 minutes.
Drain beans and reserve the liquid. Discard bay leaf.
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion and bell pepper; cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add drained beans and stir to combine. Add remaining 1/2 bouillon cube, tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, mustard, vinegar, chipotle flakes, and paprika. Stir and simmer until sauce has cooked down and beans are soft but not mushy, about 20 minutes. Add some of the reserved bean stock if necessary to keep it from burning, but not too much to make it soupy. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.7 calories, Carbohydrate 44 g, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 14.2 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 525.3 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

EASY CRANBERRY BAKED BEANS

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-Creacle Baxter, Yuma, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2 cans (31 ounces each) pork and beans, undrained
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/2 cup chopped onion
6 strips bacon, halved
3 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, tomato sauce, beans, mustard and onion. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Lay bacon on top. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Bake at 350° for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BAKED CRANBERRY BEANS

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Talk about one healthy and hardy bean the "cranberry bean" is it! This recipe is fantastic and really does convert these cranberry beans into something else. They are very high in fiber and potassium but really (if possible) are best when cooked first in the pressure cooker and then slow cooked in pan or crockpot for several...

Provided by Kimberly Biegacki

Categories Other Side Dishes

Time 4h40m

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

PRESSURE COOKER THE CRANBERRY BEANS
3 c dry cranberry beans
7 c water
place beans and water in pressure cooker and pressure at 2nd ring for 45 minutes.
SAUTE IN A PAN
1 lb bacon, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
add the bacon & cook till crisp. add onion and sauté until tender.
IN CROCKPOT OR PAN
1 1/2 c pineapple pieces
3 1/2 c ketchup
1/2 c molasses
1/2 c brown sugar
1/4 c worcestershire sauce
2 Tbsp frank's hot sauce
1 1/2 Tbsp dry mustard
1 Tbsp dry curry powder
1 tsp salt
add water if beans are too thick.

Steps:

1. Rinse off your cranberry beans and sort through them. Soak them in water overnight, rinse & drain or pressure cook them for 45 minutes or until tender.
2. Gather all the additional ingredients to add to the crock pot with the beans.
3. Add beans and all ingredients except the onions & bacon. Cook on a medium heat for 3 1/2 hours. Add your sautéed onions and bacon after 1 1/2 hours. Stir beans occasionally.
4. Check beans at 3 hours to see if they are done. Cook them longer if necessary.
5. 8-21-13 --- Today I added grilled & chopped all beef angus hot dogs to the beans and topped it with cheddar cheese. It was my dinner tonight.

Tips:

Soak the beans overnight: This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more tender.
Use a variety of beans: Don't be afraid to mix and match different types of beans, such as kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
Add some sweetness: Brown sugar, maple syrup, or honey can all be used to add a touch of sweetness to the baked beans.
Use a flavorful liquid: Chicken broth, beef broth, or vegetable broth can all be used to add flavor to the baked beans.
Don't forget the spices: Chili powder, cumin, and paprika are all classic spices that can be used to flavor baked beans.
Bake the beans low and slow: This will help to develop the flavor and prevent the beans from becoming dry.
Serve the beans with your favorite sides: Baked beans are a great side dish for grilled meats, roasted chicken, or fish.

Conclusion:

Baked beans are a classic American dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple tips, you can make the best baked beans ever. So next time you're looking for a delicious and hearty side dish, give baked beans a try!