Baked Beans Recipe
A hearty and flavorful baked beans recipe made with pantry staples and fresh ingredients. Perfectly sweet, savory, and customizable for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3 cups canned beans kidney, navy, or pinto; drained and rinsed
- 1 cup tomato sauce unsalted preferred
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 tablespoon mustard yellow or Dijon
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce use vegan if needed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced optional
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste ground black pepper
- to taste salt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional
- a few drops liquid smoke optional
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Chop the onion and garlic. Measure out all spices and wet ingredients.
- In a skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato sauce, brown sugar, molasses, mustard, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. Simmer for a few minutes.
- Add drained and rinsed beans. Stir to coat beans evenly with the sauce.
- Transfer mixture to an oven-safe dish. Bake for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- During the last 10 minutes, bake uncovered for a caramelized top. Add water or broth if the sauce thickens too much.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ingredients: honey for molasses or ketchup for tomato sauce. For extra flavor, include maple syrup and liquid smoke. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.