Swedish Brown Beans
📜 Collection: Gail Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Miriam B. Fox | 📂 Category: Sides A traditional, comforting Scandinavian side dish featuring tender beans simmered in a sweet and spiced vinegar sauce with bacon. Perfectly balanced and deeply flavorful, it complements any hearty meal.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mins | 45 mins | None | 6–8 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Saucepan
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 (20 oz) Cans | Kidney Beans | Undrained |
| 3/4 Cup | Brown Sugar | Packed |
| 6 Tablespoons | Bacon | Finely cut |
| 1/4 Teaspoon | Cinnamon | Ground |
| 1/4 Teaspoon | Nutmeg | Ground |
| 4 Tablespoons | Vinegar | Standard |
| To Taste | Salt | None |
| To Taste | Pepper | Freshly ground |
Instructions
Step 1: Combine and Simmer
- In a saucepan or pot, combine 2 (20 oz) cans kidney beans (undrained), 3/4 cup brown sugar, 6 tablespoons finely cut bacon, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, 4 tablespoons vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer the mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your liking and the beans are tender, about 30 to 45 minutes until rich, glossy, and fragrant.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; flavors often deepen overnight.
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