Description
Jamie Oliver’s Homemade Baked Beans are a delicious, wholesome twist on the classic. Made with simple ingredients and packed with flavor, this recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish to your favorite meals.
Ingredients
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- 400g (14 oz) can of cannellini beans or haricot beans, drained and rinsed
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
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- 1 onion, finely chopped
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- 2 garlic cloves, minced
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- 1 can (400g/14 oz) chopped tomatoes
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- 1 tablespoon tomato purée
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- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (use vegetarian if needed)
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- 1 teaspoon brown sugar or maple syrup
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- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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- Optional: A pinch of chili flakes for heat
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Onion and Garlic
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- Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Step 2: Add the Tomatoes and Flavorings
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- Stir in the chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.
Step 3: Simmer the Sauce
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- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Step 4: Add the Beans
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- Stir in the drained and rinsed beans. Let them cook in the sauce for another 5-10 minutes, ensuring they are warmed through and coated in the sauce.
Step 5: Adjust Seasoning and Serve
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- Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or a touch of sugar if needed. Serve warm.