Slow Cooker Homemade Beans

Slow Cooker Homemade Beans are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course, side dish, or even used as a filling for tacos and burritos. This classic comfort food is not only easy to make, but also incredibly satisfying and nutritious. By using a slow cooker, you can effortlessly create a hearty and flavorful batch of homemade beans that will fill your home with a mouthwatering aroma.

Slow Cooker Homemade Beans
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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

8 hrs

Total Time:

8 hrs 20 mins

Servings:

12

Ingredients

Slow Cooker Homemade Beans
3 cups dry navy beans, soaked overnight or boiled for one hour
6 slices thick cut bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
1 ½ cups ketchup
1 ½ cups water
1 cup brown sugar
¼ cup molasses
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon salt

Directions

Slow Cooker Homemade Beans

Step 1

Gather all ingredients.

Step 2

Drain soaking liquid from beans; place them in a slow cooker.

Step 3

Stir bacon, onion, ketchup, water, brown sugar, molasses, mustard, and salt into beans until well mixed.

Step 4

Cover and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours; stir occasionally if possible.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

296

Calories

3g

Fat

57g

Carbs

12g

Protein

Complement

The beauty of using a slow cooker for homemade beans is that it allows for a hands-off cooking experience. Simply toss all the ingredients into the slow cooker, set it to low, and let the magic happen. As the beans simmer and soak up all the flavors of the seasonings and aromatics, they become tender and creamy, making for a comforting and hearty meal. Whether you prefer black beans, pinto beans, kidney beans, or any other variety, the slow cooker is the perfect tool for creating perfectly cooked, flavorful homemade beans with minimal effort.