Boston Baked Beans Recipe

Name: Boston Baked Beans Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound sm. California Pea beans; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; Water to cover beans; 1/2 pound salt pork, washed and cubed; 1 lg. onion, diced; 1/3 c. dark molasses; 1/2 c. dark brown sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon grnd cloves; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon chili pwdr

Servings: persons

1 pound sm. California Pea beans
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Water to cover beans
1/2 pound salt pork, washed and cubed
1 lg. onion, diced
1/3 c. dark molasses
1/2 c. dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon grnd cloves
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili pwdr

1
Blanch beans for 10 min in boiling water.
2
Wash beans and sort.
3
Soak overnight in cool water.
4
In morning, rinse.
5
Add in water.
6
Bring to a boil for 20 min.
7
Remove from burner, add in soda.
8
Let stand for 1 minute.
9
Drain.
10
Rinse again in cool water.
11
Put pork and onion in bottom of bean pot.
12
Combine the molasses, brown sugar, salt, mustard, paprika, pepper and chili pwdr in a c. of warm water.
13
Add in to bean pot.
14
Add in beans.
15
Cover with warm water.
16
Bake 4-6 hrs.
17
Add in warm water, if necessary.
18
Uncover last hour to brown.
19
Beans should be tender, not mushy.

270

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound sm. California Pea beans, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, Water to cover beans, 1/2 pound salt pork, washed and cubed, and more.

Yes, Boston Baked Beans Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews 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!