Grandma'S Best Baked Beans Recipe

Name: Grandma'S Best Baked Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. beans; 1 1/2 c. meat broth; 1 tsp. salt; 3/4 lb. salt pork; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 1 medium onion, diced; 1/2 tsp. celery salt; 2 Tbsp. brown sugar; 1 tart apple, diced; 1 tsp. dry mustard; 1/2 c. tomato pulp; 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 c. dark molasses

Servings: persons

1 lb. beans
1 1/2 c. meat broth
1 tsp. salt
3/4 lb. salt pork
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 tsp. celery salt
2 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 tart apple, diced
1 tsp. dry mustard
1/2 c. tomato pulp
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/2 c. dark molasses

1
Sort, wash and soak beans overnight in water to cover.
2
Next morning, simmer for 40 minutes (until tender) and drain.
3
In bean pot, layer apple wedges, diced onion and beans.
4
Combine remainder of ingredients and pour over beans.
5
Scrape off salt from salt pork.
6
Cut into 1/2-inch squares to rind.
7
Press into beans, leaving rind exposed.
8
Cover bean pot and bake at 250u00b0 for 6 to 8 hours.
9
Add water during baking, if needed.

206

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 lb. beans, 1 1/2 c. meat broth, 1 tsp. salt, 3/4 lb. salt pork, and more.

Yes, Grandma'S Best Baked Beans 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!

Grandma'S Best Baked Beans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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