Boston Baked Beans Recipe

Name: Boston Baked Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. pkg. navy or pea beans; 1/4 lb. salt pork, cut in 2 inch pieces; 1 small onion, peeled; 1 tsp. dry mustard; 6 c. water; 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1/3 c. molasses; 3 Tbsp. sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper

Servings: persons

1
Soak beans overnight in a large pot with 6 cups water.
2
Add the baking soda and bring to a boil.
3
Allow to simmer 10 minutes; drain and reserve liquid.
4
Place the beans, salt pork and onions in a bean pot or casserole.
5
Add molasses, sugar, dry mustard, salt, pepper and a cup of the bean liquid.
6
Stir thoroughly and add enough liquid to cover the beans.
7
Cover with lid.
8
Bake 2 hours at 300u00b0.
9
Add the remaining liquid and stir.
10
Bake an additional 1 1/2 hours or until the beans are tender.
11
Uncover for last 1/2 hour of cooking.
12
Total cooking time is 3 1/2 hours at 300u00b0.

194

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. pkg. navy or pea beans, 1/4 lb. salt pork, cut in 2 inch pieces, 1 small onion, peeled, 1 tsp. dry mustard, and more.

Yes, Boston Baked Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Boston Baked Beans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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