Description
Homemade Baked Beans Recipe
Ingredients:
2 cups dried navy beans
1/2 pound smoked ham, diced
1 onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup molasses
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tbsp mustard
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 cups water
Instructions:
1. Prepare the beans: Rinse the beans and soak them overnight. Drain and rinse again.
2. Cook the beans: Place beans in a large pot with water. Bring to a boil and simmer until tender, about 1 hour. Drain and set aside.
3. Make the sauce: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, molasses, ketchup, mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Assemble: In a baking dish, layer the cooked beans, ham, onion, and garlic. Pour the sauce over the top and mix gently.
5. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
6. Serve: Enjoy the baked beans warm as a side dish or main meal.