Scandinavian Sweetheart: Creamy Swedish Brown Beans Recipe
Recipe: Swedish Brown Beans 🇸🇪
Description: Dive into a delightful culinary adventure with these Swedish Brown Beans, sourced from the Ozark Co-operative Warehouse, boasting a unique sweet flavor profile that sets them apart from traditional bean dishes. This recipe, discovered on SOAR (The Searchable Online Archive of Recipes), promises a creamy texture and a hint of sweetness, making it a standout main dish option. Quick tip: expedite prep time by utilizing a short boil method instead of overnight soaking!
- Servings: 8
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
- Cuisine: Scandinavian 🇸🇪
- Category: Beans 🌱
- Keywords: Swedish, Scandinavian, European, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 265.4
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 7.6mg
- Sodium: 465.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 12g
- Sugar: 10.1g
- Protein: 11.3g
Ingredients:
- 2 cups water
- 6 cups Swedish brown beans, picked over and rinsed
- 1/2 cup white distilled vinegar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beans:
- Pick over the Swedish brown beans, discarding any debris or imperfect beans.
- Rinse the beans thoroughly under cold water.
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Soak the Beans:
- In a large pot, combine the rinsed beans with water.
- Allow the beans to soak for at least 12 hours, ensuring they are fully submerged.
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Initial Cooking:
- After soaking, bring the beans and soaking water to a vigorous boil over medium-high heat.
- Cover the pot and reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
- Let the beans cook for approximately 1 1/2 hours, or until they start to become tender.
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Enhance the Flavor:
- To the pot, add the white distilled vinegar, corn syrup, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon stick.
- Stir well to incorporate the ingredients, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Final Simmer:
- Continue to cook the beans, uncovered, for an additional 1 hour or until they reach desired tenderness.
- Throughout this process, monitor the liquid level; it should reduce and thicken, resembling a rich sauce.
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Adjust Consistency:
- If the liquid hasn’t thickened to the desired consistency, increase the heat slightly for the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even thickening.
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Finishing Touch:
- Once the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened to perfection, remove the cinnamon stick from the pot.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or sugar to balance the flavors.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Swedish Brown Beans hot as a comforting main dish, accompanied by your favorite hearty bread for a satisfying meal.
Recipe Notes:
- Shortcut Soaking Method: If you’re short on time, expedite the soaking process by bringing the beans to a boil for 10 minutes, then covering and letting them sit for an hour. This eliminates the need for overnight soaking.
- Tenderizing Tip: Avoid adding salt until the beans are tender, as salt can toughen the beans during the cooking process.
- Customization: Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the dish by varying the amount of brown sugar and corn syrup to suit your taste preferences.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, reheating gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
Embark on a culinary journey to Scandinavia with this tantalizing recipe for Swedish Brown Beans, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or any occasion where you crave a comforting, wholesome dish bursting with unique flavors and wholesome goodness!
