Old Fashioned Molasses and Bacon Baked Beans
Savor the rich flavors of Old Fashioned Molasses and Bacon Baked Beans. Perfect for any meal, this recipe is a must-try. Cook it today!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb dry navy or white beans
- 1 lb smoked bacon sliced into small pieces
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 2 large chopped red onions
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup light molasses
- 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 4 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp ground chili powder
- 1 tbsp dried thyme leaves
- one 28-ounce can pureed crushed tomatoes
- one 28-ounce can tomato sauce
- 4 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Soak the beans in water overnight or for up to 48 hours.
- In a large skillet, fry the bacon slowly until all the fat is rendered and the bacon is crispy. Drain most of the fat from the skillet and set the bacon aside.
- Return the skillet to the stove, add the onions and garlic, and cook until softened. Add the water and bring it to a boil to deglaze the pan.
- Transfer the contents of the skillet to a large covered roasting pan. Add the crispy bacon, soaked and drained beans, and all other ingredients. Stir well to combine.
- Cover the roasting pan and place it in a preheated oven at 325°F. Bake for 4 to 5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and the sauce is thickened.
- If the sauce thickens too quickly before the beans are fully cooked, add a little extra boiling water (about 1 to 1 1/2 cups at a time) as needed throughout the cooking process.