Boston Baked Beans

Baked beans are the perfect addition to any outdoor cookout or barbecue. These baked beans are slow-cooked in the oven with bacon, onions, and a sweet, syrupy sauce, resulting in an old-fashioned taste that everyone will enjoy. This easy recipe has been served by my family for over 29 years and originally came from my mother-in-law. It tastes great served with fresh cornbread or biscuits and honey.

Soft, sweet, and tangy baked beans make the ultimate barbecue dish. This top-rated family recipe has received hundreds of 5-star reviews and features bacon, molasses, and mustard powder for a deliciously complex flavor. Make wow-worthy homemade baked beans and kick the canned stuff to the curb. Plus, learn the best bean varieties to use for this recipe and the differences between Boston and regular baked beans.

Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

• 2 cups dry navy beans, soaked overnight
• ½ pound uncooked bacon strips
• 1 medium onion, diced
• ½ cup ketchup
• 3 tablespoons molasses
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon dry mustard