Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy, homemade baked beans recipe. Perfectly seasoned and saucy, these baked beans are ready in just 30 minutes and make the perfect side dish or main course.
Ingredients
– 2 (15 oz) cans of navy or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 onion, diced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup tomato sauce
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
– Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. – In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. – Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
3. – Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. – Add the drained and rinsed beans, tomato sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. – Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together.
6. – Serve the baked beans hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy as a side dish or main course.
Notes
– For a thicker, more spreadable consistency, mash some of the beans with a potato masher or the back of a spoon.
– Customize the flavor by adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce, a teaspoon of molasses, or a dash of hot sauce.
– Leftover baked beans can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American