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British Baked Beans Recipe

Janette Fuschi
British Baked Beans are the vegetarian comfort food. Try them on toast for a classic British treat.
3 from 26 votes
Cook Time 1 hour 41 minutes
Soaking 8 minutes
Total Time 9 hours 41 minutes
Cuisine British
Servings 6
Calories 95 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Dried Navy Beans Rinsed
  • 2 teaspoons Salt Plus 1/2 teaspoon, divided
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 1 large Onion Chopped
  • 1 small Carrot Finely chopped
  • 1 stalk Celery Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely chopped
  • 1 14 ounce can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons Ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce

Instructions
 

  • To a large bowl add 4 cups of cool water to a bowl and add beans, soak for 8 hours.
  • After 8 hours drain and rinse the beans.
  • Preheat oven to 350°
  • To a large saucepan, add 4 cups water and bring to a simmer.
  • Add beans and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring often so they don't stick to the bottom.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of the salt and continue to cook until tender, about another 15 minutes.
  • While the beans cook, add the oil to a large, oven-proof skillet and heat over medium heat.
  • Add the onion, carrot and celery, cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the tomatoes, ketchup, the second teaspoon of salt, sugar and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
  • Simmer for 15 minutes. Taste for seasoning and add as much or as little of the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt as you like.
  • Add 1/4 cup water and stir.
  • Using an immersion blender blend the sauce in the pan until smooth, or transfer to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Add the cooked beans and stir well.
  • Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for 20 minutes uncovered.

Nutrition

Calories: 95kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSodium: 1113mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Keyword Beans, Breakfasts, British, Brunches, Easy, Side Dishes, Simmered, Vegan, Vegetarian
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