Maple Mustard Baked Beans

These Maple Mustard Baked Beans are a comforting, home-style classic that balances the deep sweetness of amber maple syrup with the sharp tang of coarse mustard. Navy beans are slowly baked until incredibly tender, absorbing the savory aromatics of onion and cloves. The result is a rich, glossy sauce that clings to every bean, offering a perfect harmony of sweet and savory flavors. This dish is ideal for summer barbecues, potlucks, or a cozy weeknight dinner alongside grilled meats or cornbread.

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling, Grilling, Stewing

Cuisine: American

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 12

Calories: 333

Dietary: Vegan

Description

These Maple Mustard Baked Beans are a comforting, home-style classic that balances the deep sweetness of amber maple syrup with the sharp tang of coarse mustard. Navy beans are slowly baked until incredibly tender, absorbing the savory aromatics of onion and cloves. The result is a rich, glossy sauce that clings to every bean, offering a perfect harmony of sweet and savory flavors. This dish is ideal for summer barbecues, potlucks, or a cozy weeknight dinner alongside grilled meats or cornbread.

Directions

1
Rinse navy beans thoroughly and pick over to remove any small stones or debris.
2
In a large saucepan, combine the beans with the halved onion and enough water to cover them by 2 inches.
3
Bring the water to a boil and let it boil for 2 minutes.
4
Remove from heat, cover the pot, and let the beans stand for 1 hour.
5
Drain the beans and discard the halved onion.
6
Return the beans to the saucepan and cover with fresh hot water.
7
Bring to a boil and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the beans are partially tender.
8
Drain the beans, reserving the cooking liquid.
9
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
10
Stick the 5 cloves into the whole onion and place it at the bottom of a bean pot or baking dish.
11
Layer the partially cooked beans on top of the onion.
12
In a small bowl, whisk together the dark brown sugar, maple syrup, coarse mustard, salt, and pepper.
13
Stir 1/2 cup of the reserved bean cooking water into the sauce mixture until smooth.
14
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the beans in the pot.
15
Cover the pot and place it in the center of the oven.
16
Bake for 2 1/2 hours.
17
Remove the lid and bake for an additional 30 minutes to brown the top.
18
Check occasionally to ensure the beans do not dry out; add a splash of water or reserved cooking liquid if needed.
19
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional maple syrup or mustard if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 333kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.7g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Sodium 37mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 74g25%
Dietary Fiber 13g52%
Sugars 44g
Protein 10g20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: maple, mustard, baked, beans, navy, slow, cooked, sweet, savory, vegan, barbecue, side, dish, onion, cloves, brown, sugar, syrup, glaze, comfort

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