Canned Bush’s Beans

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Rinse and sort the navy beans, removing any debris. Soak them in 4 cups of water overnight or for at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse the beans.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine the soaked beans with 6 cups of fresh water. Bring to a boil and cook for 30 minutes until the beans are tender but not falling apart.

Step 3

Preheat your canner and prepare canning jars according to manufacturer .

Step 4

In a large bowl, mix the brown sugar, granulated sugar, molasses, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, salt, pepper, chopped onion, bacon (if using), garlic powder, and smoked paprika until well combined.

Step 5

Add the cooked beans to the sauce mixture and stir gently to combine.

Step 6

Fill the prepared canning jars with the bean mixture, leaving 1-inch headspace. Wipe the rims with a clean cloth to remove any residue.

Step 7

Process the jars in a pressure canner according to your canner’s (usually around 75 minutes for pints and 90 minutes for quarts).

Step 8

Once processed, allow the jars to cool completely before storing them in a cool, dark place.