Slow Cooker Baked Beans
Slow cooker baked beans are the ultimate comfort food, combining sweet and smoky flavors for a satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion. These tender navy beans are slow-cooked to perfection with rich ingredients like bacon, molasses, and brown sugar, creating a delightful aroma that fills your home. Whether served as a side at barbecues or enjoyed on their own, this easy recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 minute
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb dried navy beans
- 4 slices bacon or ½ lb salt pork
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup molasses
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Soak the dried navy beans overnight in plenty of water.
- Drain and rinse the beans.
- Spray your slow cooker with nonstick spray; layer in the rinsed beans and chopped bacon or salt pork.
- Add chopped onions, brown sugar, molasses, ketchup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper; stir gently to combine.
- Pour in enough water to cover the mixture by about an inch.
- Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until the beans are tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sauté onions and garlic in the slow cooker before adding other ingredients. You can customize by adding diced bell peppers or jalapeños for some heat; use smoked paprika for a vegetarian version.