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Bobby Flay Baked Beans

Bobby Flay Baked Beans recipe
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Bobby Flay’s take on baked beans blends classic barbecue flavor with chef-level balance. It typically includes navy beans, bacon, molasses, ketchup, brown sugar, onion, and spices, all slow-cooked until thick, sticky, and flavorful. The result is a hearty, crowd-pleasing side that never disappoints.

Ingredients

  • Navy beans (cooked or canned, drained) – 4 cups

  • Bacon (diced) – 6 slices

  • Yellow onion (chopped) – 1 medium

  • Garlic (minced) – 2 cloves

  • Ketchup – ½ cup

  • Brown sugar – ⅓ cup

  • Molasses (unsulfured) – ¼ cup

  • Apple cider vinegar – 2 tablespoons

  • Dijon mustard – 1 tablespoon

  • Smoked paprika – 1 teaspoon

  • Cayenne pepper (optional) – ¼ teaspoon

  • Salt and black pepper – To taste

  • Water or chicken broth – ½ to 1 cup (for desired consistency)

Instructions

  • Cook the bacon – In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, render diced bacon until crisp. Remove some for garnish.

  • Sauté the aromatics – In the same pot, add chopped onion and cook until soft. Add garlic and cook another 1–2 minutes.

  • Build the sauce – Stir in ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, vinegar, Dijon mustard, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

  • Add the beans – Fold in the cooked or canned navy beans and a splash of broth or water to loosen the mixture.

  • Bake uncovered – Transfer the pot to a preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) and bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

  • Finish and serve – Garnish with reserved bacon. Let sit a few minutes before serving for flavors to settle.

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