British Baked Beans: A Classic Comfort Dish You’ll Love
British Baked Beans are rich, flavorful, and perfect for a hearty breakfast or simple weeknight meal. They’re slow-cooked in a tangy, sweet tomato-based sauce and are a delicious twist on the canned variety, offering a comforting, homemade alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) navy beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the Onion and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion for 4-5 minutes until softened, then add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the Beans and Sauce Ingredients: Add the navy beans, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and paprika. Stir to coat evenly.
- Simmer and Cook: Lower heat to medium-low and let the beans simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Spoon beans onto plates and serve with toast or as a side dish.
Notes
- For extra richness, sauté bacon with the onions.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or vinegar.
- To make it spicier, add cayenne pepper or chopped chili.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg