Homemade Baked Beans Recipe

Learn how to make classic American baked beans from scratch with this easy and delicious recipe. Slow-cooked in a rich and flavorful sauce, these baked beans are perfect for a summer barbecue or as a side dish for any meal. Using simple pantry ingredients, this recipe will show you how to make the best homemade baked beans that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried navy beans
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 cups vegetable broth

Directions

1. Rinse the navy beans and remove any debris. Soak the beans overnight in a large bowl filled with enough water to cover them.
2. Drain the soaked beans and transfer them to a large pot. Add onion, garlic, ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
4. Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
5. After 10 minutes, cover the pot and continue to simmer for 3 to 3.5 hours, or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
6. Once the baked beans are cooked to your desired tenderness and consistency, remove the pot from the heat.
7. Serve the baked beans hot as a side dish or with your favorite barbecue dishes.
8. Leftover baked beans can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
9. Pro Tip: For extra flavor, you can add cooked bacon, sautéed onions, or diced bell peppers to the baked beans.

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