Grandma Browns Baked Beans Recipe

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!