Molasses Baked Beans With Salt Pork Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Start by soaking the beans overnight in water.
• STEP 2.In a large pot, cook the salt pork until it becomes crispy.
• STEP 3.Add the soaked beans, molasses, brown sugar, mustard, and spices to the pot.
• STEP 4.Cover the pot and simmer the beans for about 2 hours, or until they are tender.
• STEP 5.Serve the Molasses Baked Beans with Salt Pork hot as a side dish or as a main course with cornbread.
• STEP 6.Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• Soaking the beans overnight helps to reduce the cooking time and ensures they cook evenly.
• If you don't have salt pork, you can substitute it with bacon or pancetta.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the salt pork and use vegetable broth instead of water.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Molasses Baked Beans with Salt Pork hot as a side dish or as a main course with cornbread.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.