Most British recipes for Boston baked beans just use a piece of pork belly, but we think it needs some salted or smoked meat to counteract the sweetness, so we include bacon or pancetta.

His secret for the most delectable baked beans ... balance the savoriness of the bacon and beans with spice and heat. Finally, molasses, brown sugar, and tomato paste round out the dish with ...

Craving baked beans? If you've got a few hours to spare ... but it does admit to using slow-cooked navy beans, cured bacon, brown sugar, and a "special blend of spices," cooked and canned in ...

Heat the bacon ... and the beans are coated and shiny and brown. TO MAKE THE SALTINE CRUST (OPTIONAL): While the beans are baking, grind up the crackers, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt, and ...