**Canadian Baked Beans with Maple Syrup: A Unique Twist on a Classic Dish**
Baked beans, a hearty and flavorful dish, are a staple in many cultures around the world. In Canada, baked beans take on a unique twist with the addition of maple syrup, a distinctly Canadian ingredient. This sweet and smoky dish is a perfect complement to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or served as a main course with a side of cornbread or mashed potatoes.
This article features two delectable recipes for Canadian baked beans with maple syrup. The first recipe, Classic Canadian Baked Beans, uses simple ingredients and is perfect for a weeknight meal. The second recipe, Slow Cooker Maple Bacon Baked Beans, is perfect for a lazy weekend brunch or potluck. Both recipes are easy to follow and guarantee a delicious and satisfying dish.
**Keywords:** Canadian baked beans, maple syrup, baked beans recipe, slow cooker baked beans, bacon baked beans, vegetarian baked beans.
HOMEMADE QUEBEC MAPLE BAKED BEANS
Homemade baked beans can be enjoyed at breakfast, lunch or supper -throughout the year. This recipe for Quebec maple baked beans is truly that versatile. Also provided are cooking guidelines so that these baked beans can easily be made in your slow-cooker or oven. Make a batch of these great-tasting baked beans today!
Provided by Maria Vannelli RD
Categories Main or Brunch
Time 8h10m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rinse and sort the beans; remove any pebbles or debris.
- Place the beans in a large bowl.
- Fill with water to submerge the beans with at least two inches of water.
- Soak overnight (8-12 hours).
- The next day, transfer the drained and rinsed beans again to a large pot.
- Re-fill with water and bring to a boil.
- Turn down the heat and simmer for about 45 minutes.
- Remove from heat and rinse again.
- Transfer the rinsed precooked beans to your slow cooker.
- Add the rest of the ingredients, stir together and place the whole onion in the center.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or until the beans are tender. If the mixture appears dry, you can add some water.
- Preheat oven to 225°F.
- Once again, transfer the precooked beans to your dutch oven or a large oven-proof pot.
- Add the rest of the ingredients, cover and cook for approximately 6 hours.
- Remove the lid for the last 30 minutes or so to obtain a nice golden color. As with the slow cooker method, if the beans appear dry, add a little water.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 cup, Calories 263 kcal, Carbohydrate 58 g, Protein 8 g, Sodium 525 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 31 g
MAPLE BAKED BEANS
Since my husband raises hogs and my parents produce maple syrup, this recipe's a natural for me! I usually prepare Maple Baked Beans just for us during the winter. In summer, I'll often make it for family picnics and get-togethers.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 3h10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Sort and rinse beans; place in a 4-qt. Dutch oven. Cover with 2 qts. cold water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Cover and let stand 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans. Return beans to Dutch oven; cover with remaining water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until almost tender. Drain and reserve liquid. In a 2-1/2-qt. casserole or bean pot, combine beans with all remaining ingredients. Cover and bake at 325° for 2-1/2 hours or until tender. Stir occasionally; add reserved bean liquid, if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 453mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
QUEBECOIS MAPLE SYRUP BAKED BEANS
(Feuves au Lard). French Canadian baked beans. From CottageLife.com
Provided by C G
Categories Casseroles
Time 4h25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Place the dried navy beans in a large bowl. Cover with plenty of cold water and soak overnight at room temperature.
- 2. With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. (150 °C).
- 3. In a large saucepan or oven-safe Dutch oven, brown the bacon. Add the onions and garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes. Add the drained beans and remaining ingredients. Add enough cold water to cover 2 inches (5 cm.) above the beans. Bring to a boil.
- 4. Remove from the heat, place in the Dutch oven and bake for about 4 hours, until the beans are tender. Add water, if necessary, during cooking. You want to avoid the beans drying out.
FRENCH CANADIAN (NOT BOSTON) BAKED BEANS
Steps:
- Pour the beans onto a plate, and pick-over looking for bad beans, or stones. Place beans in bowl, cover with water by at least 2 inches, and soak overnight.
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.
- Drain beans and place in 4-quart bean pot. Add onion, dry mustard, pepper, salt, and maple syrup. Add water to cover. Cut salt pork into 1-inch pieces and place on top of beans. Bake covered, approximately 8 hours. Check each hour to see if water needs to be added. You can add more maple syrup in place of water for flavor, if desired.
- Serve the beans with brown bread, franks, or ham. For breakfast, serve with eggs, bacon, and home-fries.
MAPLE BAKED BEANS
Steps:
- Place the beans in a large bowl and cover with cold water by 1-inch and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight. Drain and rinse the beans and then drain again.
- Place the beans in large pot with 2 quarts water, the onion, bay leaf, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 50 minutes, or until tender. A good test is to scoop up several beans in a spoon and blow on them: if the skin starts to peel off, they're done. Drain the beans, reserving the cooking liquid.
- Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the maple syrup, brown sugar, ketchup, chili paste, ginger, salt, and 1 1/2 cups of the cooking liquid, still reserving the remaining liquid. Bring to a simmer and cook over medium heat for 6 minutes.
- Transfer the beans to a medium Dutch oven or a bean pot. Push half the bacon into the beans and place the rest on the top. Pour the maple syrup sauce over the beans. Place the lid on top and bake for 6 to 8 hours. Check occasionally; if the beans are too dry, add 1/2 cup more of the cooking liquid. If you like, you can remove the lid for the last 30 minutes to thicken the sauce. Discard the bay leaf. Serve hot.
MOLASSES BAKED BEANS
These hearty from-scratch baked beans taste like they were simmered over an open fire. Their sweet and zippy flavor is as big as the great outdoors. No matter what kind of meal you're "rustling up", this satisfying side dish is certain to please. -Sandra Thorn, Sonora, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 3h25m
Yield 16-20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place beans and 2-1/2 qts. water in a 6-qt. Dutch oven; bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; soak for 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans; return to pan with remaining water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender. Drain, reserving cooking liquid. Return beans to pan; add remaining ingredients and mix well. Cover and bake at 350° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until beans reach desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Add some of the reserved cooking liquid if too thick.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- To save time, use canned baked beans instead of dried beans. Look for low-sodium or no-salt-added canned beans to control the sodium content in your dish.
- If you're using dried beans, soak them overnight in cold water before cooking. This will help to reduce the cooking time.
- Use a variety of beans for added flavor and texture. Try using a mix of kidney beans, pinto beans, and black beans.
- Don't skimp on the maple syrup. It adds a delicious sweetness and depth of flavor to the dish.
- Add some chopped bacon or sausage for a smoky, savory flavor.
- Serve Canadian baked beans with a side of cornbread, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Conclusion:
Canadian baked beans with maple syrup are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy beans, give this recipe a try!
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