How to Make Vegetarian Baked Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Vegetarian baked beans are a classic dish that has been enjoyed for generations. Whether you're a vegetarian looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, or you're just looking to add some healthy and flavorful options to your dinner table, this recipe is sure to be a hit. Made with a combination of hearty beans, savory spices, and a touch of sweetness, these vegetarian baked beans are the perfect side dish for any meal.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans
  • water as needed
  • 2 cups chopped sweet onion
  • ¼ cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 hrs
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 15 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Place navy beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours to overnight.
  • Drain navy beans and put into a pot with 5 cups water.
  • Bring water to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Combine beans, onion, brown sugar, molasses, vinegar, mustard, garlic, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a 2-quart casserole dish with a lid; season with pepper. Place lid on dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, 5 to 7 hours, stirring halfway through and adding water if mixture is too dry. Remove lid and bake until mixture has reduced to desired thickness, about 1 hour more.
  • Nutrition

    214 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 13mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 102mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 711mg