Crock Pot / Slow Cooker "baked" Beans Recipe

Name: Crock Pot / Slow Cooker "baked" Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups dried navy beans (approx. 2 lbs.) or 4 cups dry white beans (approx. 2 lbs.); 1 teaspoon cooking oil; ½ cup bacon bits (pieces of ham or pieces of cooked pork roast may be substituted); 1 12 onions, minced; 2 tablespoons garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 cup molasses; ½ cup maple syrup; ½ cup ketchup; 2 cups water (more water may be necessary)

Servings: persons

4 cups dried navy beans (approx. 2 lbs.) or 4 cups dry white beans (approx. 2 lbs.)
1 teaspoon cooking oil
½ cup bacon bits (pieces of ham or pieces of cooked pork roast may be substituted)
1 12 onions, minced
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup molasses
½ cup maple syrup
½ cup ketchup
2 cups water (more water may be necessary)

1
Prepare navy beans - for every 1 cup of beans, add 3 cups of water.
2
Let stand 12 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
3
Drain beans and rinse with cold water.
4
In a large pot over high heat, combine beans and enough water to cover beans.
5
Bring to boil for 10 minutes.
6
Simmer for another 60 - 90 minutes, or until tender.
7
Add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to the cooking water to reduce foaming.
8
Drain beans.
9
Return to pot and add meat, minced onion, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, molasses, maple syrup, ketchup and water.
10
Mix well and put all into a 4 quart crock pot/slow cooker.
11
Cook on low-medium setting for 6 hours.
12
Add additional water as necessary.

850

kcal

Calories

Fat

147

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups dried navy beans (approx. 2 lbs.) or 4 cups dry white beans (approx. 2 lbs.), 1 teaspoon cooking oil, ½ cup bacon bits (pieces of ham or pieces of cooked pork roast may be substituted), 1 12 onions, minced, and more.

Yes, Crock Pot / Slow Cooker "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!

Crock Pot / Slow Cooker "baked" Beans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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