Grandma Browns Baked Beans Recipe

There's nothing quite like the taste of grandma's cooking, and these baked beans are no exception. Grandma Brown's Baked Beans are a hearty and delicious side dish that's perfect for any occasion. They're made with simple ingredients like navy beans, bacon, brown sugar, and a touch of molasses, and they're slowly baked to perfection until they're tender, flavorful, and oh-so-satisfying.
This recipe is a great way to recreate that nostalgic flavor of grandma's cooking. It's easy to follow, even for beginner cooks, and it's sure to become a new favorite in your family recipe box.
Tips:
For a richer flavor, you can use ham instead of bacon.
If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can use a quick soak method. Simply bring the beans to a boil in water, then remove from heat, cover, and let soak for 1 hour before proceeding with the recipe.
These baked beans are even better the next day! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Ingredients

• 1 pound dry navy beans, rinsed and picked over
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 6 cups water
• 3 ounces bacon, chopped
• 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf (optional)

Directions

1. In a large pot, combine the navy beans, baking soda, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let soak overnight.
2. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Drain and rinse the soaked beans.
3. In a large baking dish, combine the beans, bacon, brown sugar, onion, salt, pepper, and bay leaf (if using). Add enough water to cover the beans by about 1 inch.
4. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil or a lid. Bake for 4-5 hours, or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally and adding more water if needed.
5. Serve hot and enjoy!