Vegetarian Boston Baked Beans With Molasses Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Rinse and soak the navy beans overnight in water.
• STEP 2.In a large pot, combine the soaked beans, water, molasses, tomato paste, onion, garlic, mustard, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 3.Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 2 hours or until the beans are tender.
• STEP 4.Stir occasionally and add more water if needed to keep the beans covered.
• STEP 5.Once the beans are tender, remove from heat and let them cool slightly before serving.
• STEP 6.Serve the Vegetarian Boston Baked Beans with Molasses as a side dish with cornbread, coleslaw, or grilled vegetables.
• STEP 7.Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Cooking Tips

• To save time, you can use canned navy beans instead of soaking dried beans overnight.
• For a smokier flavor, you can add a few drops of liquid smoke to the bean mixture.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less molasses according to your taste preference.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Vegetarian Boston Baked Beans with Molasses warm or at room temperature.
• Reheat leftovers in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
• These beans can also be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.