Slow-Cooked Boston Baked Beans

Name: Slow-Cooked Boston Baked Beans
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 305 min
Total time: 310 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 1 pound dried small white beans (about 2 cups; 450g), such as navy beans; 1 tablespoon (15g) kosher salt plus more to taste; Assorted peeled, halved, and trimmed aromatic vegetables (such as 1 yellow onion, 1 carrot, and 2 cloves garlic), optional; 2 sprigs of a woodsy herb (such as rosemary, sage, and/or thyme), optional; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup (120ml) dark molasses (not blackstrap); 2 teaspoons (10ml) Dijon or brown mustard; Freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1/2 pound (225g) salt pork or slab bacon, rinsed of excess salt if necessary and cut into 1/2-inch chunks (see note); 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 8 ounces; 225g); Apple cider vinegar, to taste (optional)

Prep 5m

Cook 5h 5m

Total 5h 10m

This slow-cooked Boston baked beans recipe creates a hearty and flavorful dish. Dried white beans are combined with molasses, mustard, and aromatic vegetables. The addition of salt pork or slab bacon adds richness, while apple cider vinegar provides a touch of tanginess. Perfect for a cozy meal.