Worth Waiting For Baked Beans

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Slow-braised navy beans with bacon, molasses, and aromatic spices for a deep, savory side dish
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These “Worth Waiting For” baked beans are a testament to the power of slow cooking. Navy beans are simmered until incredibly tender, then baked for hours with a rich, complex sauce of molasses, dark rum, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. The addition of both crumbled and whole bacon strips provides layers of smoky, salty flavor that permeates every bite. The result is a dish with a thick, glossy texture and a balance of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy notes. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or as a hearty accompaniment to grilled meats. While it takes time, the hands-on effort is minimal, making it an ideal make-ahead dish that tastes even better the next day.

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Worth Waiting For Baked Beans

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Calories: 607.7

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These "Worth Waiting For" baked beans are a testament to the power of slow cooking. Navy beans are simmered until incredibly tender, then baked for hours with a rich, complex sauce of molasses, dark rum, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. The addition of both crumbled and whole bacon strips provides layers of smoky, salty flavor that permeates every bite. The result is a dish with a thick, glossy texture and a balance of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy notes. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or as a hearty accompaniment to grilled meats. While it takes time, the hands-on effort is minimal, making it an ideal make-ahead dish that tastes even better the next day.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Sort and rinse the dried navy beans, removing any debris.
  2. Place the beans in a large pot and cover with plenty of boiling water.
  3. Bring to a boil, then turn off the heat and let the beans stand for 1 hour.
  4. Preheat the oven to 275°F (135°C).
  5. Grease a 1.5 to 2-quart casserole dish or bean pot with the unsalted butter.
  6. Rub the inside of the prepared dish with the crushed garlic clove.
  7. Drain the beans and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
  8. Cook the bacon strips until crisp, drain, and crumble them.
  9. Add the chopped onion, crumbled bacon, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, molasses, chili sauce, dry mustard, curry powder, salt, and rum to the beans.
  10. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until the beans are evenly coated.
  11. Stir in 1/4 cup of the tomato juice.
  12. Transfer the bean mixture to the prepared casserole dish.
  13. Place the remaining uncooked bacon strips on top of the beans.
  14. Cover the dish tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.
  15. Bake in the preheated oven for 7 hours, or until the beans are very tender.
  16. During baking, check occasionally and stir in additional tomato juice if the mixture becomes too dry, keeping it moist but not soupy.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 607.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.3g53%
Saturated Fat 11.9g60%
Cholesterol 39.9mg14%
Sodium 1296.0mg54%
Total Carbohydrate 36.4g13%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g52%
Sugars 4.6g
Protein 37.8g76%

* 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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