Description

Baked beans are the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy Great Northern beans with a sweet and smoky sauce that brings warmth to any meal. Perfect for barbecues or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make dish is packed with flavor and nostalgia.

Ingredients

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2 cups Great Northern Beans (soaked overnight)
4 slices thick-cut Bacon
1 medium Yellow Onion (diced)
1/4 cup Brown Sugar
1/2 cup Ketchup
2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tbsp Dijon Mustard

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
Sauté diced onions in the same skillet until soft.
In a mixing bowl, combine soaked beans, crumbled bacon, sautéed onions, brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and mustard; stir well.
Transfer to a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for about 1 hour.
Remove foil during the last 15 minutes for caramelization.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 11g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, experiment with spices like smoked paprika or garlic powder. - Substitute bacon with smoked tempeh for a vegetarian version. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.