Step back in time with this Old-Fashioned Baked Beans recipe, a cherished gem from my collection of Newfoundland fundraising cookbooks from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. This recipe captures the essence of traditional Newfoundland cooking, showcasing a dish that’s as comforting as it is delicious.
Old-Fashioned Baked Beans have been a staple in Newfoundland households for decades. This recipe blends beans with savory ingredients like molasses, bacon, and onions, creating a rich, hearty flavor that’s both satisfying and nostalgic. Baked beans were often enjoyed as a reliable and filling meal, and this version stays true to those roots.
The slow baking process allows the beans to absorb the flavorful seasonings, resulting in a dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Whether served alongside a roast or enjoyed on its own, these beans offer a taste of Newfoundland’s culinary past.
Bring the warmth and simplicity of old-time cooking to your table with this classic recipe. It’s more than just a dish; it’s a connection to the heart of Newfoundland’s food traditions.
Old Fashioned Baked Beans Recipe:
- 2 lbs. dried beans
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 1/4 cup tomato ketchup
- 1 tsp. mustard
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 lbs salt pork (sliced)
- 1/2 cup molasses
Soak beans overnight.
The following morning wash beans and add enough water to come 2 inches above beans, boil until tender (about 30 min).
Put in deep casserole mixed with other ingredients and then bake covered in oven at 250F for about 7 hours.
When beans are tender (about 6 hours) remove 1 cup of beans and mash them up and then stir back in the mashed beans.
To darken up the beans remove cover the last hour (Same time you add the mashed beans).
Recipe #2
- 2 lbs. dried beans
- 1 large onion (sliced)
- 1 tbsp. Salt
- 4 tsp. cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
- 1 tsp. prepared mustard
- 1/2 cup regular molasses
- 1 cup ketchup
- pinch of black pepper
- 1/2 lb of bacon
Soak beans overnight.
The following morning wash beans and add enough water to come 2 inches above beans (about 10 cups), boil until tender (about 30 min). Put in deep casserole mixed with other ingredients and put the bacon on top and then bake covered in oven at 250F for about 7 hours. When beans are tender (about 6 hours) remove 1 cup of beans and mash them up and then stir back in the mashed beans. To darken up the beans remove cover the last hour (Same time you add the mashed beans). You may want to add more molasses for extra flavor. Serves 16.
