Best 5 Jens Baked Beans Recipes

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Baked beans is a flavorful and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is made with dried or canned beans, typically navy beans, kidney beans, or pinto beans, simmered in a tangy sauce. The sauce is usually made with a combination of tomato sauce, molasses, brown sugar, mustard, and spices. Baked beans are often served with bacon, sausage, or ground beef, and can be topped with cheese, onions, or pickles. This article provides three different recipes for baked beans: a classic recipe, a slow-cooker recipe, and a vegetarian recipe. The classic recipe is made on the stovetop and takes about an hour to prepare. The slow-cooker recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, as it can be prepared in the morning and cooked all day on low. The vegetarian recipe is a healthier version of baked beans, made with a variety of beans and vegetables. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this classic comfort food.

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EASY BAKED BEANS



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My family enjoys this easy baked beans recipe with cornbread, but it also rounds out any cookout. Canned pork and beans make meal prep quick. -Phyllis Schmalz, Kansas City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cans (28 ounces each) pork and beans
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup cola
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons ground mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 793mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SIMPLE BAKED BEANS



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This baked bean recipe uses canned beans instead of the dry type so it is quick and easy to prepare.

Provided by Brandi

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (16 ounce) cans baked beans with pork
¼ cup molasses
¼ cup chopped onions
4 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 slices bacon, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix baked beans with pork, molasses, onions, brown sugar and ketchup together and put in a greased casserole dish. Top with bacon, cover and bake for 3 hours or until thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 401.5 mg, Sugar 18.4 g

HOMEMADE BAKED BEANS



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Bring a pan of baked beans to any gathering, and everyone will have a scoop of their favorite side.

Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 bacon slices
1 small onion, diced
4 (15-ounce) cans pork and beans in tomato sauce, drain
1/2 cup ketchup
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 cup sorghum syrup or molasses

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat 4 minutes; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings in skillet.
  • Sauté onion in hot bacon drippings 7 minutes or until tender. Stir together pork, onions, beans, and next 5 ingredients in a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Top bean mixture with bacon.
  • Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes or until bubbly.

EASY BAKED BEANS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound bacon
1 large sweet onion, such as Vidalia, finely chopped
Four 14-ounce cans pork and beans
1/2 cup dark molasses
1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Fry the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pan, leaving the drippings, and drain it on paper towels. Crumble and set aside.
  • Add the onion to the pan with the bacon drippings and saute until softened, a couple minutes. Stir in the beans, molasses, brown sugar, mustard and crumbled bacon, and mix well.
  • Pour the beans into a 3-quart casserole and bake, uncovered, for about 45 minutes.

BAKED BEANS



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Proper Boston baked beans would have salt pork instead of the bacon. James Beard cooked them with ribs. The key is to use the little white pea beans known as navy beans, and to allow time to do most of the work. (Or to cheat: Canned white beans make fantastic baked beans in about an hour. If you use them, you'll need four 15-ounce cans. Drain and then follow the directions from step 2 on to the end. Please understand that you'll need much less water and much less time to get them where you want them to be.) The combination of molasses and dry mustard is a taste as old as America itself, and takes well to both ham and soft brown bread.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, lunch, side dish

Time 6h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups navy beans
Salt
1/2 pound slab bacon, cut into cubes
1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
1/3 cup molasses
2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Soak beans in a large bowl of water for 6 hours or overnight. Drain beans and put them in a large oven-safe pot with a heavy bottom and a tightfitting lid. Add 1 teaspoon salt and enough cool water to cover 2 inches above the beans. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the beans are just tender, approximately 30 to 40 minutes. Drain and remove beans.
  • Heat the oven to 250 degrees. Bring a kettle full of water to a boil on the stove. Return the heavy-bottomed pot to the stove and turn the heat to medium high. Cook the bacon in the bottom of the pot until it begins to brown, then turn off the heat and add the chopped onion and, on top of it, the beans. Mix together molasses, mustard and black pepper, and add the mixture to the pot. Pour in enough boiling water to cover beans, put the lid on and bake, occasionally adding more water to keep beans covered, until they are tender but not falling apart, 4 to 5 hours.
  • Remove beans from oven, uncover, stir and season with salt. With the lid off, return pot to oven and let beans finish cooking, uncovered and without additional water, until the sauce has thickened and the top is deeply crusty, about 45 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 343, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 253 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use dried beans for the best flavor and texture. If using canned beans, rinse them well before using.
  • Soak the beans overnight in cold water before cooking. This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
  • Use a variety of beans for a more complex flavor. Some good options include kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
  • Add vegetables to the beans for a more nutritious and flavorful dish. Some good options include onions, celery, carrots, and bell peppers.
  • Use a flavorful sauce or broth to cook the beans in. This will help to infuse the beans with flavor.
  • Season the beans well with salt, pepper, and other spices. This will help to bring out the flavor of the beans.
  • Bake the beans in a moderate oven until they are tender and flavorful. This will usually take about 2-3 hours.
  • Serve the beans with your favorite sides, such as cornbread, mashed potatoes, or coleslaw.

Conclusion:

Baked beans are a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make, delicious, and affordable. With so many different ways to prepare them, there is sure to be a recipe for everyone. So next time you are looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give baked beans a try. You won't be disappointed.

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