Description
Homemade Baked Beans are a classic, sweet and savory side dish with tender beans baked in a rich sauce made from pantry staples, perfect for gatherings and barbecues.
Ingredients
Cooking spray
1 small onion, diced
4 (15-ounce) cans beans in tomato sauce, drained
1/2 cup ketchup
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 cup sorghum syrup or molasses
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 11×7-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Sauté diced onion in skillet over medium heat until tender, about 7 minutes.
- In the baking dish, combine sautéed onions, drained beans, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, dry mustard, and sorghum syrup or molasses. Mix well.
- Bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until bubbly and thickened.
Notes
Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce for heat.
Substitute honey or maple syrup for sorghum syrup/molasses.
Try baked beans or pinto beans for variety.
Add diced bell peppers or jalapeños for extra flavor.
Store leftovers airtight in fridge up to 3 days.
Reheat gently on stovetop or microwave.
Freeze up to 2 months; thaw overnight before reheating.
Cover with foil if baking longer to prevent drying.
Reduce sugar and molasses for less sweetness.
Check Worcestershire and ketchup for gluten-free options.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg