Northwest-Style Baked Beans

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Northwest‑style baked beans are a hearty, smoky dish that transforms simple pantry staples into something deeply comforting, often enriched with bacon, molasses, and regional touches like liquid smoke or local smoked meats. While baked beans have roots in early Indigenous and colonial New England cooking, the Northwest version evolved as settlers adapted the classic recipe to local ingredients and flavors, creating a richer, wood‑smoked profile that reflects the region’s logging, fishing, and outdoor cooking traditions. Over time, it became a beloved staple at potlucks, campfires, and family gatherings across the Pacific Northwest.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 4 People

Course: Sides

Cuisine: American

Calories: 431

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

3 cans great northern white beans
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup ketchup
2 tbsp yellow mustard
¼ cup molasses
¼ cup maple syrup
½ tsp liquid smoke
¼ cup barbecue sauce
½ cup diced onion
6 slices bacon uncooked
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
¼ tsp pepper
1 red bell pepper diced fine
3 cloves garlic crushed

Method

Heat oven to 350°F.
2. Combine all ingredients.
3. Pour into a casserole dish.
4. Lay slices of bacon on top
5. Cover with foil.
6. Bake for 30 minutes.
7. Remove foil.
8. Bake another 20–30 minutes until bubbling and thick.
9. Let stand 10 minutes.

Notes

Substitute 2 tablespoons maple syrup for part of the brown sugar.

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