MAPLE-APPLE BAKED BEANS

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This is an old French-Canadian recipe. We use pure maple syrup, but it's the apple slices that make this my favorite recipe for baked beans.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 5h

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups dried navy beans
10 cups water
1 pound sliced bacon, quartered
1 large onion, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 cup maple syrup
3 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown or maple sugar

Steps:

  • Place beans in a soup kettle or Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. , Drain and rinse beans; discard liquid. Return beans to the pan; add 10 cups water. Bring to a boil Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup liquid., Line the bottom of a 4-qt. baking dish with bacon. In a large bowl, combine the beans, onion, salt and mustard. Spoon over bacon. Pour syrup over the top. Cover and bake at 350° for 3 hours, gently stirring occasionally and adding reserved bean liquid if needed., Arrange sliced apples over the top. In a small bowl, cream butter and brown sugar; spread over apples. Cover and bake 1 hour longer or until beans are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 558mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 15g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Jamarrius Byrd
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These baked beans are the perfect side dish for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


marcus haywood
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I've tried many baked bean recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The maple syrup and apples give it a unique and delicious flavor.


Zeina Waleed
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I made these beans for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Juliana Pokuaa
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These baked beans were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of maple syrup next time.


Nicalos Blake
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The beans are always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is thick and rich.


Alexzandria Patterson
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I was looking for a new baked bean recipe to try and this one definitely didn't disappoint! The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


kenny Baker
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These baked beans are the perfect side dish for any occasion. They're sweet, savory, and always a hit with guests.


Km M
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I'm not a big fan of baked beans, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The beans were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was thick and rich.


Bobbi Elkins
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I've tried many baked bean recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The maple syrup and apples give it a unique and delicious flavor.


Barbie kay ug
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I made these baked beans for a barbecue last weekend and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Arshad Alam
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The beans were mushy and the sauce was bland.


Habil Ramani
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These baked beans are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can throw them in the slow cooker in the morning and they're ready for dinner when I get home.


Naeem Sahzad
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I followed the recipe exactly and the beans were delicious. However, I found that they were a bit too sweet for my taste. Next time, I'll reduce the amount of maple syrup.


Ardijan Malaj
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly. The beans are tender and flavorful, and the sauce is thick and rich.


Sochima Paul
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These baked beans were a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavor.