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Boston baked beans

plural noun



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Word History and Origins

Origin of Boston baked beans1

An Americanism dating back to 1850–55
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Example Sentences

That stereotype may soon be going the way of Boston baked beans and tri-corner hats.

A great British tradition with its origins across the pond, but molasses-sweet Boston baked beans wouldn’t pass muster as a toast topper in Boston, Lincolnshire.

For his New England dish, Temple used Boston baked beans, which bring out an array of flavors unmatched by most chilis.

And a big tub of Boston baked beans for the dinners that follow.

Why do they only put 239 beans in a can of Boston baked beans can?

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