The Once and Future Beans

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
22%
The Once and Future Beans
990 min.
6
678kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure with "The Once and Future Beans," a dish that beautifully marries rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is perfect for those seeking a hearty meal that caters to diverse dietary needs. Imagine gathering around the table with family and friends, sharing a delightful main course that nourishes both body and soul.

This dish features tender Great Northern beans, simmered slowly to perfection, enveloped in a savory blend of bacon, jalapenos, and aromatic spices. The combination of dark brown sugar and molasses adds a touch of sweetness, balancing the heat from the cayenne pepper and the smokiness of the bacon. It’s a comforting meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner, inviting you to savor each bite.

With a cooking time of around 990 minutes, this recipe may seem lengthy, but the slow-cooked process is what transforms simple ingredients into a rich and flavorful experience. The low oven temperature allows the beans to absorb all the wonderful flavors, creating a dish that feels both rustic and refined. Serve it alongside your favorite greens or crusty bread for a truly satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

  • pound bacon chopped
  • teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar dark
  • pound cannellini beans dried
  •  jalapeños chopped
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup blackstrap molasses 
  •  onion chopped
  • 0.3 cup tomato paste 
  • servings vegetable broth 

Equipment

  • oven
  • measuring cup
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 250 degrees F.
  2. Soak beans in a plastic container overnight in just enough cold water to submerge them completely.
  3. Place a cast iron Dutch oven over medium heat and stir in the bacon, onion, and jalapenos until enough fat has rendered from the bacon to soften the onions, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, dark brown sugar, and molasses.
  4. Drain the beans and reserve the soaking liquid.
  5. Add the drained beans to the Dutch oven.
  6. Place the soaking liquid in a measuring cup and add enough vegetable broth to equal 4 cups of liquid.
  7. Add the liquid to the Dutch oven and bring to a boil over high heat.
  8. Add in cayenne, black pepper and salt. Give them a stir and cover with the lid.
  9. Place the Dutch oven in the oven for 6 to 8 hours, or until the beans are tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories678kcal
Protein15.65%
Fat40.66%
Carbs43.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.83
Glycemic Load
7.18
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
30.896521837815%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
3.96mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:677.57kcal
33.88%
Fat:30.99g
47.68%
Saturated Fat:10.35g
64.71%
Carbohydrates:74.95g
24.98%
Net Carbohydrates:58.68g
21.34%
Sugar:25.4g
28.22%
Cholesterol:49.9mg
16.63%
Sodium:2321.18mg
100.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.84g
53.68%
Folate:370.68µg
92.67%
Manganese:1.41mg
70.61%
Fiber:16.27g
65.07%
Magnesium:194.59mg
48.65%
Vitamin B1:0.73mg
48.37%
Phosphorus:467.87mg
46.79%
Potassium:1570.74mg
44.88%
Selenium:28.27µg
40.39%
Copper:0.79mg
39.58%
Vitamin B6:0.7mg
35.25%
Iron:5.59mg
31.08%
Vitamin B3:5.09mg
25.44%
Zinc:2.8mg
18.64%
Calcium:183.26mg
18.33%
Vitamin C:13.35mg
16.18%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.7%
Vitamin A:782.17IU
15.64%
Vitamin B5:1.43mg
14.32%
Vitamin E:1.16mg
7.73%
Vitamin K:7.33µg
6.98%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.3%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
2.02%