Boston Baked Beans

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 (16-ounce) cans navy beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes.
2. Transfer the onion mixture to a 4-quart or larger slow cooker. Add the beans, ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, salt, and pepper.
3. Stir to combine. Cover and cook on low heat for 4 to 5 hours, or until the beans are tender.
4. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Boston baked beans are a traditional dish in New England.
• The dish is made from navy beans, which are a small white bean.
• The dish was originally cooked in a bean pot in the fireplace.