Baked beans and pork, also known as "Feves au Lard" in French, is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the smoky richness of bacon or pork belly with the sweet and tangy taste of baked beans. This classic dish is a staple in many cultures and cuisines, and there are numerous variations of the recipe, each with its own unique twist. Some common ingredients found in baked beans and pork recipes include onions, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, brown sugar, molasses, and various herbs and spices, such as cumin, paprika, and chili powder. The dish can be prepared in a variety of ways, including slow-cooking in a Dutch oven or baking in the oven, and is often served with sides such as cornbread, mashed potatoes, or coleslaw. Whether you're looking for a comforting weeknight meal or a hearty dish to share with friends and family, baked beans and pork is a delicious and satisfying choice.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
FèVES AU LARD (BAKED BEANS)
Added this recipe for the Culinary Quest 2015 on Food Friends and Fun.
Provided by Lynn Clay
Categories Casseroles
Time 8h45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Strain and rinse the beans.
- 2. Add the beans to a pot with 5 cups of water.
- 3. Boil for thirty minutes
- 4. Transfer the beans and water to an ovenproof casserole
- 5. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and bake in a 250ºF oven for 7-8 hours.
FèVES AU LARD (TRADITIONAL QUEBEC NAVY BEANS)
Here is a quick version of this traditional recipe. Normally, these beans are baked for hours in a stoneware pot, but using a pressure cooker is a great way to speed up the process, saving not only time but also a lot of electricity! (Unless you're in winter and the heat from the oven makes you save on the heating bill.) The Prep Time includes the soaking of the beans, and the Cook Time includes the depressurizing of the cooker. You can double the recipe, and it freezes and thaws very well. Serving size is for a main dish, maybe use a half or a third of the portion size for a side dish.
Provided by Elie de Combys
Categories Breakfast
Time 19h
Yield 3 pounds, 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the beans and water into a jar with a lid for 18 hours (counting the cooking time, that's 5 hours later than you want to be eating them the next day, so if you want your beans at 5 pm on Tuesday, soak them at 10 pm on Monday. It's ok to give or take a couple hours, but I'd rather give than take.).
- When the 18 hours are almost up, finely dice the fatback, discarding the skin, and dice the onion.
- Put the diced fatback in the pressure cooker, lid off, and cook it on medium heat until it starts to sizzle.
- While you're waiting for it to sizzle, drain the beans, reserving the water.
- Also, mix together the molasses, ketchup, mustard and savory in a small bowl, adding a little bean water so it can pour easily.
- When the fatback sizzles, stir it a little and add the beans.
- Then, add the onion, about half of the water and the condiments and stir well.
- Add more bean water just until it covers the beans, using it to rinse the remaining condiments from the small bowl if necessary.
- Put the lid on (with the high pressure valve, not the one for vegetables), put on high heat until steam comes out and reduce the heat to the lowest you can without stopping the whistling sound (for me it's a little lower than medium).
- Cook that way for 40 minutes, take the cooker off the heat and wait at least 20 minutes before opening it.
- Troubleshooting and tips : if there's a significant amount of liquid left on the bottom of the cooker, stir the beans, screw the lid back, put on high heat, let the pressure build and take off the stove as soon as it whistles. Then, wait 10 minutes before opening.
- Also, beans are at their best when reheated. Once refrigerated, always stir them well before serving the first leftover portion, so as to distribute the sauce that will have settled to the bottom and hardened.
FEVES AU LARD (BAKED BEANS AND PORK)
Beans and pork will have more flavor if baked in a cast iron pot; earthenware dishes are also a good choice to bake beans. From Traditional Quebec Cooking by Micheline-Mongrain-Dontigny.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Pork
Time 6h30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Wash beans under cold running water. Soak the beans in 6 cups water for 6 to 8 hours; this can be done overnight. Rinse well.
- 2. Place the beans in a pan, cover with water and boil 10 minutes. Drain in a colander.
- 3. Place the beans in a large cast iron or earthenware pot, add salted pork, cut in pieces or left whole, brown sugar, molasses, salt, mustard, ketchup, onion and 3 cups water. Cook covered in the oven for about 6 hours at 250F.
- 4. This dish can be frozen. If more liquid is needed, add cold water to cold beans or hot water to hot beans.
BAKED BEANS
Fèves au Lard These beans boast two staples of Montreal cuisine -sweet maple syrup and rich salt pork.
Categories Bean Garlic Mustard Pork Side Bake Bacon Fall Winter Potluck Maple Syrup Gourmet Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 8 side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pick over and rinse 1 lb dried navy beans (2 1/4 cups). Soak in cold water to cover by 2 inches at least 8 hours. Alternatively, quick-soak beans (see cooks' note, below). Drain.
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F. Rinse and pat dry 1 (1/4-lb) piece salt pork (rind discarded), then cut into 3 pieces.
- Put beans and pork in an ovenproof 3-quart heavy pot with a lid. Add 4 1/2 cups water, 1 large onion (finely chopped; about 2 cups), 2 chopped garlic cloves, 1/2 cup Grade B maple syrup, 1 tablespoon dry English mustard (preferably Colman's), and 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper and stir to combine. Cover pot and bake until beans are just tender, 3 to 4 hours.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Remove lid. Bake beans, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed but beans are still saucy, 1 to 1 1/2 hours more. Remove from oven. Stir in 1 tablespoon cider vinegar and 1 teaspoon salt or more to taste.
Tips:
- Choose the right beans: Use dried beans for the best flavor and texture. Great Northern, navy, or pinto beans are all good choices.
- Soak the beans overnight: This will help them cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
- Use a flavorful liquid: The liquid you use to cook the beans will add a lot of flavor. Use chicken broth, beef broth, or water with a bay leaf, onion, and garlic.
- Don't overcook the beans: Beans should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooked beans will be mushy.
- Season the beans well: Salt, pepper, and garlic are all essential seasonings for baked beans. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as cumin, chili powder, or smoked paprika.
- Use high-quality pork: The type of pork you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your baked beans. Use bacon, ham, or pork shoulder that is well-marbled with fat.
- Cook the pork until it is tender: The pork should be cooked until it is fall-apart tender. This will help it meld with the beans and create a rich, flavorful sauce.
- Add a sweet element: A little bit of sweetness will help balance out the savory flavors of the beans and pork. Brown sugar, maple syrup, or molasses are all good choices.
- Bake the beans until they are bubbly and browned: The beans should be baked until they are bubbly and the top is browned. This will help them develop a delicious crust.
Conclusion:
Baked beans and pork is a classic comfort food that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious pot of baked beans that will be a hit with your family and friends.
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