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Flavorful Maple Bourbon Baked Beans

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A smoky, sweet baked beans recipe featuring maple syrup, bourbon, and smoked paprika for a perfect comforting side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups dry navy beans (about 400g), soaked overnight
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup (80ml)
  • ¼ cup bourbon (60ml)
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (480ml), low-sodium recommended
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional: ½ cup cooked crumbled bacon or smoked sausage
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Place 2 cups dry navy beans in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak overnight or at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse before cooking.
  2. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in tomato paste, smoked paprika, and Dijon mustard. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  6. Add vegetable broth, maple syrup, bourbon, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well.
  7. Add soaked beans and season with salt and pepper (start with 1 teaspoon salt). Bring to a gentle simmer on the stove.
  8. Cover and transfer to the oven. Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes, stirring halfway through. Add broth or water if liquid evaporates too much.
  9. Remove from oven and adjust seasoning as needed. For thicker sauce, simmer uncovered on stove a few minutes.
  10. Optional: Stir in cooked bacon or smoked sausage before serving.

Notes

Soak beans overnight for best texture. Stir gently to keep beans intact. Add bourbon with liquids before baking to preserve flavor. Keep extra broth handy to prevent drying out. Can be made in slow cooker (6-8 hours low or 3-4 hours high).

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Keywords: baked beans, maple syrup, bourbon, smoked paprika, smoky baked beans, easy side dish, potluck recipe, BBQ side

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