Fit-For-A-King Baked Beans |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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These nicely seasoned, savory baked beans really live up to their name. They're extra special.Bean Education and Awareness Network, Scottsbluff, Nebraska Ingredients:
3 bacon strips, diced |
2 small onions, chopped |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
2-1/4 teaspoons ground ginger |
4 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained |
1/2 cup apple cider or juice |
1/2 cup salsa |
1/2 cup molasses |
1/2 cup packed brown sugar |
1/2 cup gingersnaps, optional |
1 tablespoon dijon mustard |
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme |
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice |
2 bay leaves |
Directions:
1. In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings. In the drippings, saute onions, garlic and ginger until tender.
2. In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Stir in onion mixture and bacon. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.
3. Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes; stir. Bake, uncovered, 15-30 minutes longer or until heated through. Discard bay leaves. Yield: 12-14 servings.
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