Homemade Baked Beans is a versatile dish that freezes well. The beans can be mashed and spooned over corn chips and sprinkled with grated cheese for nachos.
Homemade Baked Beans Recipe
Serves 4
Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 red onion, chopped
400g can cannellini or pinto beans, rinsed and drained
400g can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
800g can chopped tomatoes
300g smoked tofu, chopped
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
thick slices sourdough mixed-grain bread, to serve
Method:
Heat oil in an ovenproof casserole dish. Add red onion and cook over a medium heat for 10 minutes or until onion is very soft. You may need to add a couple of tablespoons of water to help cook the onions.
Add beans, tomatoes, tofu, maple syrup, mustard and worcestershire and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until thick and glossy.
Serve sprinkled with chopped parsley and accompanied with toasted sourdough slices.
Smart Tip:
This is a versatile dish that freeses well. The beans can be mashed and spooned over corn chips and sprinkled with grated cheese for nachos.
