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British Baked Beans

Classic British-style baked beans in a simple, savory tomato sauce.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 onion finely minced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • dried thyme a pinch, optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce optional
  • 100 g pureed tomatoes or tomato passata
  • 400 g cooked cannellini beans
  • sea salt to taste
  • freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Add the finely minced onion and minced garlic and cook, stirring often, until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, then add the maple syrup, dried thyme (if using), smoked paprika, and vegan Worcestershire sauce (if using); cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  • Pour in the pureed tomatoes or passata and stir to combine.
  • Add the cooked cannellini beans, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce slightly thickens.
  • Season with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste, remove from the heat, and serve.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring spoons

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • They can be frozen in portions for up to 1 month.
  • Thaw frozen portions overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.