Chef savvy
This Baked Beans are perfect for barbecues, picnics, or any summertime festivities!
01
Soak your beans in water for 12 hours or overnight. Drain and discard the water.
02
Add your beans back to the same pot and fill it with clean water, Stir in 1 tsp of salt. Bring to a simmer and cook covered for 40-45 minutes.
03
Drain and reserve the liquid. Set the beans and reserved liquid aside. Meanwhile preheat oven to 350F.
04
Heat the same pot (must be oven safe) over medium high heat. Add in the bacon and cook until the bacon is browned and crispy.
05
Add in the onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes then add in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
06
Stir in the cooked beans, 2 cups of the reserved liquid, smoked paprika, dried mustard, light brown sugar and maple syrup.
07
Bake covered for 1 hour then remove the lid and cook uncovered for 30 minutes. If the beans look to liquidy cook uncovered for 15-30 more minutes.
Serve warm and enjoy!