Easy Gluten Free Boston Baked Beans

Free of gluten, dairy/casein, soy, and eggs

Adapted from an assortment of baked bean recipes found in old church cookbooks & at allrecipes.com

This makes a large batch of beans which freeze beautifully if you happen to have any leftovers!

Bean Ingredients:

3 (15 oz.) cans white beans -or- northern beans, drained & rinsed

1/2 pound bacon

1 onion, finely diced

Sauce Ingredients:

3 tablespoons molasses

2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper (more or less to taste)

1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

1/2 cup gluten free ketchup

1 tablespoon gluten free Worcestershire sauce

1/4 cup brown sugar

Directions:

These beans can be made in an oven or in a slow cooker. I've made them both ways basically following the same instructions: If using an oven set to 250 degrees. In a large casserole dish (or your slow cooker) layer beans with the onions and uncooked bacon. In a small saucepan whisk together the sauce ingredients over low heat until they are warmed through and mixed together. Pour the sauce over the baked beans. Add just enough water to cover the beans -- don't overdo the water! Cover the casserole dish with foil or a lid. If using the oven: cook beans for 3-4 hours at 250 degrees. Check periodically to see if you need add a little water if the beans get too dry. If using the slow cooker, cook on low heat for 4-6 hours. Again check it periodically to make sure the beans are not getting too dry. (They shouldn't in the slow cooker.) Makes a heck of a whole lot! We often make this recipe and freeze in portion sizes for lunches during the week!