Discover the authentic flavors of Quebec's traditional maple beans, a unique and delectable dish that has been cherished for generations. This culinary gem showcases the perfect harmony between the natural sweetness of maple syrup and the hearty goodness of beans, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. As you embark on this culinary journey, let us guide you through the process of selecting the finest ingredients, preparing the beans with meticulous care, and infusing them with the rich, aromatic essence of maple syrup. Get ready to create a dish that will transport you to the heart of Quebec's culinary heritage, leaving you with a lasting impression of its exceptional flavors and comforting warmth.
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FRENCH CANADIAN (NOT BOSTON) BAKED BEANS
Steps:
- Pour the beans onto a plate, and pick-over looking for bad beans, or stones. Place beans in bowl, cover with water by at least 2 inches, and soak overnight.
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.
- Drain beans and place in 4-quart bean pot. Add onion, dry mustard, pepper, salt, and maple syrup. Add water to cover. Cut salt pork into 1-inch pieces and place on top of beans. Bake covered, approximately 8 hours. Check each hour to see if water needs to be added. You can add more maple syrup in place of water for flavor, if desired.
- Serve the beans with brown bread, franks, or ham. For breakfast, serve with eggs, bacon, and home-fries.
MAPLE BAKED BEANS
Steps:
- Place the beans in a large bowl and cover with cold water by 1-inch and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight. Drain and rinse the beans and then drain again.
- Place the beans in large pot with 2 quarts water, the onion, bay leaf, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 50 minutes, or until tender. A good test is to scoop up several beans in a spoon and blow on them: if the skin starts to peel off, they're done. Drain the beans, reserving the cooking liquid.
- Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the maple syrup, brown sugar, ketchup, chili paste, ginger, salt, and 1 1/2 cups of the cooking liquid, still reserving the remaining liquid. Bring to a simmer and cook over medium heat for 6 minutes.
- Transfer the beans to a medium Dutch oven or a bean pot. Push half the bacon into the beans and place the rest on the top. Pour the maple syrup sauce over the beans. Place the lid on top and bake for 6 to 8 hours. Check occasionally; if the beans are too dry, add 1/2 cup more of the cooking liquid. If you like, you can remove the lid for the last 30 minutes to thicken the sauce. Discard the bay leaf. Serve hot.
HOMEMADE QUEBEC MAPLE BAKED BEANS
Homemade baked beans can be enjoyed at breakfast, lunch or supper -throughout the year. This recipe for Quebec maple baked beans is truly that versatile. Also provided are cooking guidelines so that these baked beans can easily be made in your slow-cooker or oven. Make a batch of these great-tasting baked beans today!
Provided by Maria Vannelli RD
Categories Main or Brunch
Time 8h10m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rinse and sort the beans; remove any pebbles or debris.
- Place the beans in a large bowl.
- Fill with water to submerge the beans with at least two inches of water.
- Soak overnight (8-12 hours).
- The next day, transfer the drained and rinsed beans again to a large pot.
- Re-fill with water and bring to a boil.
- Turn down the heat and simmer for about 45 minutes.
- Remove from heat and rinse again.
- Transfer the rinsed precooked beans to your slow cooker.
- Add the rest of the ingredients, stir together and place the whole onion in the center.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or until the beans are tender. If the mixture appears dry, you can add some water.
- Preheat oven to 225°F.
- Once again, transfer the precooked beans to your dutch oven or a large oven-proof pot.
- Add the rest of the ingredients, cover and cook for approximately 6 hours.
- Remove the lid for the last 30 minutes or so to obtain a nice golden color. As with the slow cooker method, if the beans appear dry, add a little water.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 cup, Calories 263 kcal, Carbohydrate 58 g, Protein 8 g, Sodium 525 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 31 g
MAPLE BAKED BEANS
Since my husband raises hogs and my parents produce maple syrup, this recipe's a natural for me! I usually prepare Maple Baked Beans just for us during the winter. In summer, I'll often make it for family picnics and get-togethers.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 3h10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Sort and rinse beans; place in a 4-qt. Dutch oven. Cover with 2 qts. cold water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Cover and let stand 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans. Return beans to Dutch oven; cover with remaining water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until almost tender. Drain and reserve liquid. In a 2-1/2-qt. casserole or bean pot, combine beans with all remaining ingredients. Cover and bake at 325° for 2-1/2 hours or until tender. Stir occasionally; add reserved bean liquid, if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 453mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
MAPLE BEANS FROM QUEBEC
This recipe comes from Coup de Pouce. Maple beans are something we have as breakfast from time to time. A little bowl is served with some eggs, bacon, sausages... This is what I like to eat when I go for breakfast in restaurants. Posted for ZWT4 If you use vegetable oil, you'll have to add a little bit of salt.
Provided by Boomette
Categories Breakfast
Time 12h15m
Yield 16 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Wash the beans and drain. Set aside.
- In a big oven-proof saucepan, melt the pork lard. Add onions and cook at medium heat, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes or until soften. Add maple syrup, molasses, tomato paste, pepper, salt and mustard powder. Stir. Add the beans and cover with water.
- Cover and cook in a preheated oven of 250 F overnight or at 350 F for at least 7 hours (add more water if needed).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.8, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 14, Sodium 693.7, Carbohydrate 91.9, Fiber 16, Sugar 27.2, Protein 24.1
QUEBEC BAKED BEANS
I love the flavor of Quebec baked beans. They are the best. I got this recipe from my Mother. It tastes better if done in a bean pot, but can be done in a round dutch oven.
Provided by FrenchBunny
Categories Breakfast
Time 8h30m
Yield 12-18 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Soak beans overnight.
- Drain water and refill pot. Boil 10 minutes.
- Skim off foam. Drain beans but Keep water.
- In bean pot or dutch oven put in all ingredients. Add water from beans to cover beans and 1 or 2 more inches above. Keep leftover water for later.
- Stir everything well.
- Cover and put in 225F oven for 8 hours.
- Check on them occasionally to see if more water is needed to keep beans covered so they don't dry out. Near end they don't need to be fully covered. Ready when beans are soft.
Tips:
- To achieve perfectly creamy maple beans, use dried white beans that are pre-soaked for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- To infuse a smoky flavor into the dish, roast the pork belly or bacon before adding it to the pot.
- Enhance the dish's sweetness by using dark maple syrup instead of light maple syrup.
- Add a splash of apple cider vinegar or white wine to balance the sweetness of the maple syrup and add a layer of complexity.
- Garnish the maple beans with fresh herbs such as parsley, thyme, or chives to enhance visual appeal and freshness.
Conclusion:
Maple beans, a traditional Quebec dish, offer a symphony of flavors that blend sweet, savory, and smoky notes. With its tender beans, succulent pork belly or bacon, and rich maple syrup gravy, this dish is a culinary masterpiece perfect for a hearty and comforting meal. The tips provided in this article will assist you in creating maple beans that are bursting with flavor and sure to impress your friends and family. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Quebec with this iconic dish.
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