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Weymouth Baked Beans

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These Weymouth Baked Beans are the epitome of comfort food, offering a deep, savory-sweet flavor profile that improves with time. The combination of dried pea beans, rich molasses, and strong black coffee creates a complex, aromatic base, while the smoked ham hock infuses the dish with a subtle smokiness. The addition of dry mustard and cider vinegar provides a tangy kick that balances the sweetness perfectly. Ideal for slow weekends or meal prep, these beans develop a thick, glossy sauce that clings to each tender bean. Serve them as a hearty main course with cornbread or as a robust side dish for barbecues and potlucks. They are equally delicious hot from the cooker or reheated the next day when the flavors have fully melded.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Calories: 448.9
Description
These Weymouth Baked Beans are the epitome of comfort food, offering a deep, savory-sweet flavor profile that improves with time. The combination of dried pea beans, rich molasses, and strong black coffee creates a complex, aromatic base, while the smoked ham hock infuses the dish with a subtle smokiness. The addition of dry mustard and cider vinegar provides a tangy kick that balances the sweetness perfectly. Ideal for slow weekends or meal prep, these beans develop a thick, glossy sauce that clings to each tender bean. Serve them as a hearty main course with cornbread or as a robust side dish for barbecues and potlucks. They are equally delicious hot from the cooker or reheated the next day when the flavors have fully melded.
Ingredients
  • Pea beans
  • Water
  • Molasses
  • Black coffee
  • Dark-brown sugar; packed
  • Cider vinegar
  • Dry mustard
  • Salt
  • Ground black pepper
  • Onion; peeled, halved; stuck
  • Cloves
  • Ham hock or
  • Cooked bacon
Directions
  1. 1
    Combine dried pea beans and water in a slow cooker.
  2. 2
    Cover and cook on low heat for 7 hours, or until the beans are tender.
  3. 3
    Drain the beans, reserving some liquid if needed for moisture, and refrigerate the pot if preparing in advance (up to 3 days).
  4. 4
    In a small bowl, whisk together molasses, black coffee, dark-brown sugar, cider vinegar, dry mustard, salt, and ground black pepper.
  5. 5
    Pour the molasses mixture into the pot with the cooked beans and stir to combine.
  6. 6
    Push the halved onion (studded with cloves) and ham hock into the center of the beans.
  7. 7
    Lay the cooked bacon slices on top of the beans.
  8. 8
    Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7 hours, or on high for 5 1/2 hours, until the beans are thoroughly flavored and the sauce has thickened.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 448.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.1g22%
Saturated Fat 4.5g23%
Cholesterol 25.8mg9%
Sodium 8199.6mg342%
Total Carbohydrate 69.8g24%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g21%
Sugars 62.0g
Protein 20.3g41%

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

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