SLOW COOKER "YOU'LL NEVER MISS THE BACON" VEGETARIAN BOSTON BAKED BEANS

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Slow Cooker

No bacon necessary! This meatless Boston baked bean recipe makes a tender, tasty, barbecue-worthy side that the vegetarians and the vegans at the party can enjoy along with everyone else. But the meat-eaters will love 'em, too!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 18h15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound dried small white beans or navy beans
Water for soaking beans
1 medium yellow onion (diced)
1 medium green pepper (diced)
1 cup vegetable broth or water
1/2 cup molasses (I use Grandma's original)
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more or less to taste)
3 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
5-6 dashes Tabasco sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Soak. Rinse the beans and sort through them, discarding any beans that look "off" or any foreign objects. Place beans in Crock Pot and cover with 3-4 inches of water. You can also add them to a pot or bowl; I just like to use my Crock Pot stoneware because in the end that's one less dish to clean. Cover and let soak overnight or for at least 8 hours. Pour the soaked beans into a colander and rinse well. Rinse out the Crock Pot. Set soaked beans aside; you'll add them back to the Crock Pot in a minute.
  • Assemble. Add onion, pepper, broth, molasses, brown sugar, olive oil, dry mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to Crock Pot. Mix until combined. Add back your soaked and drained beans and stir until combined. Add bay leaf.
  • Cook. Cook on high for 8-10 hours or on low for 12-14 hours. Note: Slow Cookers can vary, so the first time you make this, you may want check on it periodically and see if you need more broth or water after the first few hours. But don't worry, your beans shouldn't turn to mush! The molasses helps to prevent that.
  • Leftover beans keep up to three days refrigerated in an airtight container. They also freeze well.

Likhon Malik
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These beans are a great way to use up leftover beans. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


king badhon
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but I really enjoyed these. They're so flavorful and satisfying, I couldn't stop eating them.


Alicia Lopez
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I made these beans for my family last night, and they were a huge hit! My kids loved them, and my husband even went back for seconds. Thanks for sharing this great recipe!


Hymns Tv
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These beans are the perfect side dish for any summer cookout. They're easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Samy Jean
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I can find at my local grocery store. It's a great way to make a delicious and healthy meal without breaking the bank.


Aaditya Basnet
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook beans, and this recipe is a keeper. The beans are so flavorful and tender, and the sauce is perfect.


Nazir Ahmed
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These beans are a great way to add some extra protein and fiber to your diet. They're also a good source of vitamins and minerals.


Parkash Kumar
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I made these beans for my potluck last week, and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them, and I even got some requests for the recipe. Thanks for sharing!


Thali'ah Komen
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I was looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish for my next cookout, and these beans were perfect! They were a hit with my friends and family, and I'll definitely be making them again.


Parash Parki
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and these beans definitely fit the bill. They're easy to make and they taste great. I'll definitely be making them again.


Ali Gaming
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My family loves these beans. They're always asking me to make them. I love that they're healthy and affordable, too.


Dadullah khan kakar
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These baked beans are the perfect comfort food. They're warm, hearty, and so delicious. I could eat them every day!


Linealilith Fergusson
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love these beans. They're so flavorful and satisfying, I don't even miss the bacon.


Ghulam Rasool
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These beans are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I've made them for potlucks, picnics, and even holiday dinners.


Mental Rocky
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand. It's a great way to use up leftover beans, too.


EXTREME BOMBER20
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I wasn't sure what to expect from vegetarian baked beans, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're just as good as the traditional ones, and they're a lot healthier.


Raji toheeb
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These baked beans are a hit! They're packed with flavor and the perfect side dish for any meal.