Boston Baked Beans
Boston Baked Beans are rich, sweet, and slow-cooked to perfection.Molasses gives the beans their signature deep flavor.Tender beans and smoky pork create comforting balance.This classic dish remains a timeless American favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried navy beans
- 4 cups water (for soaking)
- ½ pound salt pork or thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- ⅓ cup molasses
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Soak beans overnight in water; drain and rinse.
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Parboil beans for 30 minutes until slightly tender; drain.
- Place pork in the bottom of a baking dish, followed by onions and beans.
- Mix molasses, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper with hot water.
- Pour mixture over beans until just covered.
- Add water if needed to prevent drying.
Notes
- Navy beans are traditional and work best.
- Molasses is essential for authentic flavour.
- Beans should stay moist, not soupy.
- Flavor improves after resting.
- Can be made vegetarian by omitting pork.