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To make delicious homemade baked beans, you need some key ingredients. First, choose your beans. I love using dried navy beans or pinto beans. Soak them overnight for best results. This helps them cook evenly and become tender.

Simple Country Baked Beans

Bring comfort to your table with my Savory Simple Country Baked Beans recipe! This easy-to-make dish combines everyday ingredients like navy or pinto beans, maple syrup, and smoked paprika for richly flavored baked beans everyone will love. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, you can even customize it with your favorite spices. Ready to savor these delicious flavors? Click through for the full recipe and cooking tips!
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Ingredients
  

2 cups dried navy beans (or pinto beans), soaked overnight and drained

4 cups vegetable broth

1 medium onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup maple syrup

1/4 cup ketchup

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 bay leaf

2 strips of cooked bacon, chopped (optional, for added flavor)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

    Prepare the Beans: In a large pot, combine the soaked and drained navy beans with vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

      Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the beans are tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.

        Sauté the Aromatics: In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, add a drizzle of olive oil and sauté the chopped onion over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

          Combine Ingredients: Stir in the maple syrup, ketchup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and the bay leaf. Mix until well combined.

            Add Beans: Fold the cooked beans into the mixture and add the chopped bacon if using, ensuring they are coated with the sauce.

              Bake: Cover the pot with a lid or foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally. If the mixture becomes too thick, you can add a splash of water or broth.

                Final Touch: Remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of baking to allow the top to caramelize and develop a slightly crispy texture.

                  Serve: Once cooked, discard the bay leaf and serve hot as a side dish.

                    Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes | Servings: 6-8

                      - Presentation Tips: Serve the baked beans in a rustic bowl with a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top for color, alongside some crusty bread or cornbread for a comforting meal.