Maple-Molasses Baked Beans with Caramelized Onions

Recipe Collection: Side Dish

Maple-Molasses Baked Beans with Caramelized Onions transform your gatherings with a vegetarian American classic. This dish is a harmonious blend of sweet maple syrup and rich molasses, complemented by the deep flavor of caramelized onions. Perfect as a side dish or a hearty main course, these beans are versatile and crowd-pleasing.

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Overview

Transform your classic baked beans into a gourmet delight with this Sweet and Savory Maple Molasses Baked Beans recipe. Infused with the rich flavors of maple syrup and molasses, and enhanced by the depth of caramelized onions, this dish is perfect for any gathering. Whether served as a side or a main, these beans promise to be a crowd-pleaser.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

None

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 10

Cooking Time: 450 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Cup (c) navy beans, drained
• 4 Cups (c) water
• 0.25 Cup (c) ketchup
• 0.25 Cup (c) pure maple syrup
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) dark brown sugar
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) molasses
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) kosher salt
• 0.125 Teaspoons (tsp) black pepper, ground
• 0.125 Teaspoons (tsp) chili powder
• 1 Small yellow onion, minced
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) olive oil

Steps

1. Prepare the Beans: Soak the navy beans overnight in cold water. Drain and rinse the beans before use.
2. Cook the Beans: In a large saucepan, combine the soaked beans with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour until the beans are tender.
3. Caramelize the Onions: While the beans are cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Set aside.
4. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
5. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, maple syrup, brown sugar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, salt, ground black pepper, and chili powder. Stir until well combined.
6. Assemble the Dish: Once the beans have simmered, drain them and reserve the cooking liquid. In a 1.5-quart casserole dish, combine the beans, caramelized onions, and the prepared sauce. Add enough reserved cooking liquid to cover the beans by 1/4 inch.
7. Bake the Beans: Cover the casserole dish and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C) and continue to bake for 6 hours, stirring halfway through.
8. Finish and Serve: Once the beans are tender and the sauce is thick and sticky, remove from the oven. Let the dish stand, covered, for 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Enjoy your homemade Maple-Molasses Baked Beans with Caramelized Onions!