Heidi's Famous Baked Beans The Girl Who Ate Everything from www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com
Introduction
Baked beans are a classic American dish that has been enjoyed for generations. They are a staple at summer barbecues, potlucks, and family gatherings. This recipe is a delicious and easy way to make baked beans from scratch. It requires only a few simple ingredients and can be made in a slow cooker or in the oven.
Ingredients
The ingredients for this recipe are easy to find and inexpensive. Here's what you'll need:
1 pound dried navy beans
1 onion, diced
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
6 cups water
Instructions
Step 1: Soak the beans
The first step in making baked beans is to soak the beans overnight. This will help to soften the beans and make them easier to cook. To do this, rinse the beans in cold water and then place them in a large bowl. Cover the beans with water and let them sit overnight.
Step 2: Cook the beans
After soaking the beans, drain and rinse them. Place the beans in a large pot and add 6 cups of water. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer the beans for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until they are tender.
Step 3: Prepare the sauce
While the beans are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a large bowl, combine the diced onion, molasses, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Step 4: Combine the beans and sauce
Once the beans are cooked, drain them and add them to the sauce mixture. Mix well to combine.
Step 5: Bake the beans
You can bake the beans in a slow cooker or in the oven. To bake in a slow cooker, transfer the bean and sauce mixture to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-6 hours. To bake in the oven, transfer the bean and sauce mixture to a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake at 325°F for 2 hours.
Nutrition
This recipe makes 8 servings. Here's the nutrition information per serving:
Calories: 265
Total Fat: 0.5g
Saturated Fat: 0.1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 582mg
Total Carbohydrates: 57.5g
Dietary Fiber: 14.6g
Sugars: 22.1g
Protein: 12.7g
Conclusion
This baked beans recipe is a delicious and easy way to make a classic American dish. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will be enjoyed by your family and friends. Whether you bake them in a slow cooker or in the oven, these baked beans are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
