Serves 9
90 min
Berry Beer Baked Beans
Recipe GLPR3443d6ea74bc46
A unique and flavorful baked beans dish that combines earthy legumes with the tartness of berry beer and dried fruits. Borlotti, pinto, or cranberry beans are slow-cooked with aromatic vegetables, warming spices, and a touch of molasses to create a rich, complex main course. This plant-based dish celebrates bold flavors with smoked paprika and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, finished with the fruity notes of dried berries. Perfect as a standalone meal or served alongside fresh bread.
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Ingredients
2 cups dried borlotti, pinto, or cranberry beans, soaked overnight
Extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium red onion, chopped
1/4 cup molasses
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 cups berry beer
1/2 cup dried berries and/or cherries, loosely chopped
2 cups light vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt to taste
Directions
Drain the soaked beans and rinse them thoroughly under cold water. Set aside.
Heat a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium heat with a light drizzle of olive oil. Add the chopped red onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the molasses, Dijon mustard, crushed red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika, mixing well to combine with the onions and creating an aromatic base.
Pour in the berry beer and light vegetable broth, stirring to dissolve and blend the molasses and mustard completely.
Add the drained beans and dried berries or cherries to the pot, stirring gently to distribute all ingredients evenly.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and transfer to a preheated 325°F oven.
Bake for approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the beans are very tender and the liquid has reduced to a thick, glossy consistency. Stir occasionally during cooking.
Remove from the oven and season with additional salt to taste. If the beans are still too soupy, return uncovered to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes to thicken further.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with a bit more olive oil if desired and serve hot.
