mamaw's old-fashioned baked beans

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San Antonio, TX
Updated on Oct 12, 2014

This recipe was my grandmother Lillian Smith's. These are always served at Thanksgiving and Christmas.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 12 Hr
method Slow Cooker Crock Pot
yield 8 to 10

Ingredients

  • 2 cups great northern beans
  • 1 cup bean liquid
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 thick slices bacon
  • 5 cups water
  • 1/4 cup molasses

How To Make mamaw's old-fashioned baked beans

  • Step 1
    Wash and sort beans to remove stones. Place in slow cooker.
  • Step 2
    Add water, salt, onion and bacon. Cook on high overnight (8 to 10 hours).
  • Step 3
    Drain the beans reserving 1 cup of the liquid. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
  • Step 4
    Cover and cook on high for 1-2 hours.

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