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Slow Cooked Boston Baked Beans Recipe

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword beans, boston baked beans, dairy free, gluten-free, lowfat, slow cooker, vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Servings 8 servings
Calories 260kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried navy beans
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar depending on how sweet you like it
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/3 cup tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon dried mustard
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup water plus more if needed

Instructions

  • Rinse dried beans, cover with 2 inches of water and let soak overnight or use the quick soak method. Once soaked, drain beans and set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. In a large dutch oven or oven safe pot, add the remaining ingredients.
  • Stir in beans, and cover.
  • Bake for 3-4 hours until mixture is thick and bubbly and beans are tender. Check beans once an hour to see if more water is needed. You may have to add up to 3 cups total.
  • Once baked, season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
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