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Baked Beans
A hearty and flavorful baked beans dish with a sweet and smoky glaze, perfect for a comforting meal or side.
Ingredients
Canned Goods
- 2 cans pinto beans (15 ounces each, drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a saucepan, combine ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer briefly.
- Add beans and cranberries to the sauce, stir to coat, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and bake uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring halfway.
- Remove from oven, let rest 5 minutes, then serve warm.
Notes
This dish benefits from simmering to deepen flavors and reduce excess moisture.