Crock Pot Baked Beans
A warm, hearty, and flavorful dish that's perfect for gatherings or family dinners, made effortlessly in a crock pot.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 cans (15 ounces each) navy beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar Adjust sweetness to taste
- 1/4 cup molasses Adjust sweetness to taste
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Ensure it's vegetarian if needed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional) Omit for vegetarian version
Instructions
Preparation
- In your crock pot, combine the navy beans, diced onion, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- If using, add the crumbled bacon to the mixture and stir well.
Cooking
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. Stir occasionally if possible.
- Once the beans are thick and bubbly, they are ready to serve.
Notes
For a richer flavor, let the beans sit in the fridge overnight before cooking. Adjust sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar and molasses. Consider adding spices or chopped peppers for a twist.