Great Northern Beans are what builds traditional Boston baked beans. Flavored with three sweeteners: maple syrup, brown sugar and molasses. Precook the Great Northern Beans to tender for proper results.
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 195 min
Ingredients
Makes 6 servings
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1 1/2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
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1 Onion, chopped
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4 Cups Great Northern Beans, cooked al-dente, drained, with liquid reserved
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1/2 Cup Maple Syrup
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1/4 Cup Granulated Brown Sugar
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1/4 Cup Molasses
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1 1/2 Tablespoons Mustard Powder
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1/4 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
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1/2 Cup Water
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2 Teaspoons Kosher Sea Salt Flakes
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1 Teaspoon Ground Black Peppercorns Dustless
Directions
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Preheat oven to 325°F and lightly grease 2-quart casserole dish with olive oil.
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Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent. Gently stir in drained beans and set aside.
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Whisk maple syrup, brown sugar, molasses, dry mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper in small bowl with fork.
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Layer half of bean-onion mixture into casserole and top with half of syrup mixture. Repeat.
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Add enough of reserved bean cooking liquid to cover beans.
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Cover and bake until beans are softened and flavors have infused, about 3 hours.
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Remove lid and bake until some liquid absorbs and desired consistency is reached.