The richness of molasses and black coffee
impart a depth of flavor to these beans that will have your guests
begging for more. Try these with your next barbecued meal or
serve alongside hotdogs or hamburgers and coleslaw.
Dark and
Rich Baked Beans
- 1 onion, chopped
2 to 3 slices bacon. diced
2 (16-ounce) cans baked beans
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup black coffee
1/2 cup boiling water
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place onion and bacon
in 2-quart ovenproof casserole.
- Combine beans and mustard.
Add salt and black ground pepper to taste; transfer to casserole.
Add molasses, coffee and boiling water together and pour over
beans.
- Bake uncovered for 60
to 70 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Stir and serve.
Makes 8 servings.