Maple Bourbon Baked Beans
Maple Bourbon Baked Beans are a delightful fusion of sweet maple syrup and rich bourbon, creating a comforting dish that’s perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried navy beans
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 cup bourbon
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soak dried navy beans overnight in water.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Drain and rinse soaked beans.
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon but leave drippings.
- Sauté diced onion in the same pot until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Return bacon to pot and add drained beans, bourbon, maple syrup, ketchup, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Transfer mixture into a baking dish or Dutch oven and cover tightly with foil. Bake for about 2 hours.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 30 minutes to thicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added spice, consider mixing in diced jalapeños when combining ingredients. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat on low heat on the stove or in the microwave.