Description
Boston Baked Beans are a quintessential New England comfort food that evokes warmth and nostalgia in every bite. This hearty dish features tender navy beans slow-cooked with rich molasses, spices, and salt pork, creating a flavor profile that is both savory and sweet. Whether served at family gatherings, barbecues, or cozy weeknight dinners, Boston Baked Beans promise satisfaction and delight. Pair them with steamed brown bread for an authentic experience or enjoy them alongside grilled hot dogs for a classic twist. Dive into this time-honored recipe that celebrates the essence of traditional American cooking!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb dried navy beans
- 1/2 lb salt pork (or diced bacon)
- 2/3 cup molasses
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- Kosher salt
- Dijon mustard
- black pepper
Instructions
- Pick and soak the beans overnight in cold water with salt.
- The next day, simmer the soaked beans in their soaking water until tender.
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (121°C).
- Score the salt pork and sear it in a Dutch oven until golden brown.
- Layer drained beans and diced onion around the salt pork in the pot.
- Mix molasses, sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper; pour over the beans.
- Add reserved bean liquid until just covering beans; cover with a lid.
- Bake for 6-8 hours, stirring gently after 2½ hours and checking liquid levels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: New England
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 15mg