Maple Baked Beans
Serves 6
COST: $0.57
Per 1⁄2 cup
Calories: 228
Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 49g
Protein: 8g
Fiber: 8g
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 436mg
3 cups navy beans
9 cups water
1 onion, chopped
1⁄2 cup maple syrup
1⁄4 cup barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
3⁄4 teaspoon pepper
Cover beans in water and allow to soak at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a large Dutch oven or sturdy pot, combine beans and remaining ingredients. Bring to a rolling boil on the stove. Cover and bake beans for 11⁄2 hours, stirring once or twice. Uncover and cook 1 more hour. Alternatively, beans can be simmered over low heat for 11⁄2–2 hours on the stovetop.
