Slow-Cooked Savory Boston Baked Beans
Enjoy the comforting charm of New England cuisine with these Slow-Cooked Savory Boston Baked Beans. They're a delightful blend of sweetness and smokiness, perfect for a cozy family meal or a sumptuous side dish at a gathering. Featuring crumbled bacon for richness, aromatic vegetables, and a mix of flavorful condiments, this dish is effortlessly made in a crock pot, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over several hours.
6
Servings
333
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
bacon
5 (fried and crumbled)
baked beans
32 (drained)
green pepper
0.5 (chopped)
onion
0.5 (chopped)
prepared mustard
1.5
ketchup
0.5
barbecue sauce
0.5
brown sugar
0.5
Instructions
1
Begin by frying the bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
2
In the crock pot, combine the crumbled bacon, drained baked beans, chopped green pepper, and chopped onion.
3
Add the prepared mustard, ketchup, barbecue sauce, and brown sugar to the mixture.
4
Stir everything together until well combined.
5
Set the crock pot to low setting and cover. Allow the beans to cook slowly for 8-12 hours for deeper flavors, or choose the high setting for a faster option of 3-4 hours.
6
Stir occasionally if possible, to ensure even cooking.
7
Serve the beans hot as a star accompaniment to your favorite main dishes or as a hearty standalone delight.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
50g
Carbs
10g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Slow-Cooked Savory Boston Baked Beans?
They are a classic New England dish featuring a blend of sweet and smoky flavors, made easily in a crock pot with bacon, beans, and aromatic vegetables.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe yields approximately 6 servings.
What is the total calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 333 calories.
How much protein is in one serving of these baked beans?
There are 10 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
The dish contains 10 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 50 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How long should I cook the beans on the low setting?
On the low setting, you should cook the beans for 8 to 12 hours for the best flavor meld.
Is there a faster cooking option?
Yes, you can cook the beans on the high setting for 3 to 4 hours.
What kind of bacon should I use?
The recipe calls for 5 slices of bacon that are fried until crisp and then crumbled.
Do I need to drain the baked beans before adding them to the crock pot?
Yes, the 32 ounces of baked beans should be drained before use.
What aromatic vegetables are included in this dish?
The recipe uses half of a chopped green pepper and half of a chopped onion.
What condiments provide the base for the sauce?
The sauce is made from prepared mustard, ketchup, barbecue sauce, and brown sugar.
How much brown sugar is required?
The recipe uses 0.5 cups of brown sugar.
How much barbecue sauce is needed?
You will need 0.5 cups of barbecue sauce.
How much ketchup is used in the mixture?
The recipe calls for 0.5 cups of ketchup.
What is the measurement for the prepared mustard?
Use 1.5 teaspoons of prepared mustard.
Should I stir the beans while they are cooking?
Yes, it is recommended to stir occasionally if possible to ensure even cooking.
Can this be served as a main course?
Yes, it can be served as a hearty standalone delight or as a side dish.
What makes these beans 'Boston' style?
The combination of slow-cooking, bacon, and the sweet-savory balance of brown sugar and sauces reflects traditional New England culinary styles.
Is this recipe suitable for family gatherings?
Absolutely, it is described as a perfect side dish for gatherings and cozy family meals.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to fry the bacon until crisp, drain it on paper towels, and crumble it.
How should the vegetables be prepared?
Both the green pepper and the onion should be chopped into small pieces.
Do I need to pre-cook the beans?
No, you use canned baked beans that are drained and then slow-cooked with the other ingredients.
What type of cooker is best for this recipe?
A crock pot or slow cooker is the intended tool for this recipe.
Should the beans be served hot or cold?
The beans should be served hot for the best experience.
Can I adjust the amount of bacon?
While the recipe calls for 5 slices, you can adjust the bacon amount to suit your personal preference for richness.
Is there any fiber information available?
The provided nutritional data does not specify the fiber content.
What is the primary flavor profile?
The flavor profile is a savory blend of sweetness from the sugar and smokiness from the bacon and BBQ sauce.
Is this considered a 'one-dish meal'?
Yes, it is tagged as a one-dish meal because all main ingredients cook together in the crock pot.
How many ingredients are in this recipe total?
There are 8 main ingredients used in this recipe.