Vegetarian Baked Beans

Name: Vegetarian Baked Beans
Ingredients: 2 (about 15-ounce) cans great northern, navy, or pinto beans; 1 medium yellow onion; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups water; 1/4 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup molasses (not blackstrap); 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)