COOK'S COUNTRY BAKED BEANS ALA TINA

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I bought two old bean pots from an antique store and a resale shop. Since I am now retired and there seems to be a lot of potlucks in our lives, I thought I needed to perfect a bean recipe. America's Test Kitchen has a quick way to soften the beans. Science has the Baking Soda magically softening the beans in the 20 minute...

Provided by Tina Swain

Categories     Casseroles

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb navy beans
1 Tbsp baking soda
6 oz salt pork in 1/4 inch pieces rind removed
1 onion diced
3 c water
6 Tbsp dark brown sugar packed
1/3 c molasses
3 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 Tbsp dijon mustard (rounded)
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Sort Beans and place in large pot. Cover with water, add Baking Soda and bring to a boil, reduce heat and continue at a healthy simmer for 20 minutes.
  • 2. Drain the beans, rinse beans and pot and set beans aside. Meanwhile, in same pot sauté salt pork until browned and crisp. Remove pork, add to beans. In same pot, add onion and sauté until translucent
  • 3. Return beans and pork to pot. Add 3 cups water, Brown sugar, molasses, Worcestershire, Dijon, vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and bring to a boil.
  • 4. Remove from heat, cover and place in a 350 degree oven. Bake 1 1/2 hours ( if your lid is not very tight, you may have to add a bit more water if it looks dry after an hour or so. ) Uncover and bake an additional 1/2 hour. Taste for seasonings. You may want to add a bit more dark brown sugar, mustard or vinegar, salt and pepper....depending on your family's preference.

Raza Kharal
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The beans were tender and flavorful, but the sauce was a little bit too sweet for my taste. I would probably make it again, but I would cut down on the amount of sugar.


Jaleah
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These beans were really easy to make, but they were a bit too salty for my taste. I would probably use less salt next time.


Amir Bohio
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my beans turned out too dry. I think I should have added more liquid.


Kamala Pokhrel
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These beans were a bit bland. I think I would add more spices next time.


Folake Adeleke
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This recipe was a little bit too sweet for my taste, but otherwise it was good. I would probably cut down on the amount of brown sugar next time.


Ashfaque Mallah
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I made these beans for my family and they loved them! The beans were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and thick. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Kalyn Chambers
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Yum! These beans were so good. I especially loved the smoky flavor.


Afsana Siddique
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These beans were easy to make and turned out delicious! I'll definitely be making them again.


Road Diaries
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Great recipe! I made these beans for a potluck, and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them.


Md. Ferozul
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a winner. The beans are always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is thick and rich. I love serving them with mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables.


Dammi Bhai
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These beans were delicious! I followed the recipe exactly, and they turned out perfectly. I served them with grilled chicken and cornbread, and it was a hit!


Monica Kajjubi
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My family loved these baked beans! They were so flavorful, and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making them again.