Thursday’s Side Dish: Baked Beans

A convenient fallback in the pantry
The sweet and tangy flavor of canned baked beans does great in a pinch as a side dish. Canned baked beans are usually made with Navy beans that have been stewed in a seasoned sauce. Boston baked beans call for a sauce containing bacon and molasses. The Massachusetts city is also known as Beantown because of the popular recipe. Bush’s variety of canned baked beans includes Boston, Honey, Maple Cured, and Vegetarian-Fat Free. B&M provides a diabetic-friendly option with No Sugar Added baked beans. Look for large 28-oz. oz cans that are convenient for family meals. Remember that beans are packed with fiber, protein, and antioxidants. Try topping beans with fresh veggies, and diced onion.