Baked beans represent a significant dish in American cuisine, and have been enjoyed for centuries. To achieve that authentic old-fashioned flavor, it's important to use dried beans rather than canned ones. The preparation involves soaking the beans overnight, then simmering them gently with a blend of flavorful ingredients. The resulting dish is a hearty and comforting meal, perfect for a family gathering or a lazy Sunday brunch.
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OLD-FASHIONED BAKED BEANS
We're especially fond of this sweet-and-smoky picnic favorite. And it's easy to make, too! Only 20 minutes of prep time needed.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 6h35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Heat 10 cups water and the beans to boiling in ovenproof Dutch oven. Boil uncovered 2 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients except 3 cups water.
- Cover and bake 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in 3 cups water. Bake uncovered 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender and desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg
REAL OLD FASHION OVEN BAKED BEANS
Doctored-up "canned beans" are OK if you're in a hurry...I've done it more than once, but for REAL Baked Beans, give these a try! The aroma of them baking in the oven is heavenly!!! A stoneware bean pot is preferred, but you can use a small covered roaster or casserole if need be. My Dad always used lean salt pork, but I prefer to use a good smoked bacon.
Provided by Ackman
Categories Beans
Time P1DT6h
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- THE NIGHT BEFORE:.
- Wash & sort beans for any small stones.
- Place in a large kettle & cover with water, about 3 inches above the beans.
- Cover & soak overnight.
- THE NEXT MORNING:.
- Drain & add 6 cups fresh cold water.
- Stir in the baking soda (this helps remove the "music" afterwards, but no guarantees. LOL!).
- Cover & bring to a boil -- WATCH CAREFULLY so as to not boil over!
- Reduce heat & simmer for 10 minutes.
- Drain & reserve the bean water.
- Preheat oven to 300°.
- Add remaing ingredients plus 2 cups of the reserved bean water.
- Place everything into the bean pot (or whatever you're using) & cover.
- (Use double-thick aluminum foil to cover if need to.).
- Bake for 3 to 4 hours.
- IMPORTANT: Check every couple of hours, adding more bean water if needed, so the beans don't cook dry.
OLD-FASHIONED BAKED BEANS
These hearty beans are a super side dish for a casual meal. The ingredients blend perfectly for a wonderful from-scratch taste. The old-fashioned flavor will have people standing in line for more. -Jesse & Anne Foust, Bluefield, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 4h50m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, bring beans, salt and 2 qt. water to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; let stand for 1 hour. Drain beans and discard liquid. Return beans to pan. Cover with remaining water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until beans are tender. Drain, reserving liquid. In a greased 2-1/2 qt. baking dish, combine beans, 1 cup liquid, onion, molasses, bacon, brown sugar, mustard and pepper. Cover and bake at 325° for 3 to 3-1/2 hours or until beans are as thick as desired thickness, stirring occasionally. Add more of the reserved cooking liquid if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
OLD FASHIONED BAKED BEANS
Deliciously thick, sweet, smoky and savory, these from-scratch Old Fashioned Baked Beans are sure to be a hit at your next BBQ, picnic, potluck or family dinner!
Provided by Kimberly Killebrew
Categories Side Dish
Time 12h15m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place the dried beans in a pot of water covered by a few inches of water and let soak overnight. Drain the beans, place them back in the pot with fresh water and bring to a boil. Simmer for one hour, then drain, reserving the liquid. See NOTE.
- In a Dutch oven or other oven-proof pot fry the bacon until crispy then add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.Stir in the tomato sauce, molasses, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, pepper and bay leaf.Add 1 1/2 cups of the reserved bean water and the beans.Bring everything to a simmer for a minute or two to heat it up. In the meantime preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Transfer the Dutch oven with the lid on to the middle rack of the oven. Bake for 2 to 3 hours or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened, removing the lid during the last 20-30 minutes to help the sauce thicken. NOTE: If at any point during the cooking process too much liquid evaporates and the beans get dry, add a little more of the reserved bean water. The beans themselves can vary from batch to batch and you may end up either needing to add more liquid if the beans are too dry or you may need to bake the beans longer with the lid off if there is too much liquid. Adjust as needed.Add more salt the pepper to taste.Serve immediately or let cool completely and refrigerate until ready to serve. Can be reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- SLOW COOKER METHOD: Follow steps 1 and 2 and then pour everything into the slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours or until the beans are tender. Open the lid for the last 30 minutes or longer until the sauce has thickened. If the beans are too thick at any point and too much liquid has evaporated, stir in a little extra water.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 kcal, Carbohydrate 78 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 1196 mg, Fiber 19 g, Sugar 33 g, ServingSize 1 serving
OLD FASHIONED BAKED BEANS
This one is great for impressing non-cookers because it is really easy to make.
Provided by SNOWPRINCESS8301
Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas Baked Bean Recipes
Time 6h35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring 10 cups water and navy beans to a boil in a large pot; cook at a boil for 2 minutes. Stir bacon, onion, brown sugar, molasses, and salt into the water.
- Carefully pour the mixture into a slow cooker.
- Cook on High, stirring occasionally, for 4 hours.
- Stir 3 cups water into the mixture. Continue cooking until beans are tender, about 2 hours 15 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 10.2 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 416.9 mg, Sugar 15.9 g
OLD-FASHIONED BAKED BEANS
Make and share this Old-Fashioned Baked Beans recipe from Food.com.
Provided by out of here
Categories Lentil
Time 4h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place beans in a medium-size kettle, cover with water, and soak for 2 hours.
- Drain beans. Add enough fresh water to cover.
- Cover the kettle, bring to a boil; and then simmer until the beans are tender, about 45 minutes. Do not drain!
- Mix in the remaining ingredients.
- Place the entire contents of the kettle in oven-proof pot with a lid.
- Bake in a bean pot for 3 hours at 350°F oven, stir occasionally. If they look a little dry, add some water as needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.8, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 48.7, Sodium 2240.6, Carbohydrate 94.5, Fiber 12.4, Sugar 54.9, Protein 26.5
Tips:
- Soak the beans overnight: This helps to soften the beans and reduce the cooking time.
- Use a variety of beans: This adds flavor and texture to the dish. Try using a combination of navy beans, pinto beans, and black beans.
- Don't skimp on the bacon: The bacon adds a smoky flavor that is essential to the dish.
- Use a good quality molasses: The molasses adds a rich, sweet flavor to the beans.
- Don't overcook the beans: The beans should be tender but still hold their shape.
- Serve the beans hot: Baked beans are best served hot, right out of the oven.
Conclusion:
Baked beans are a classic comfort food that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like them sweet, savory, or somewhere in between, there is a baked bean recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give baked beans a try.
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