British Style Beans on Toast
British Style Beans on Toast takes ordinary canned beans to the next level. Serve over toasted bread and top with a jalapeno-rosemary oil and Cheddar cheese.
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
For the jalapeno-rosemary oil (optional):
- 1 medium jalapeno thinly slices, seeds removed
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary leaves only
- 5 tablespoons olive oil (approximate measurement--use just enough to cover the jalapeno slices and rosemary)
For the beans:
- 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 28 ounces canned cannellini beans lightly drained (two cans)
- 14 ounces canned plum tomatoes with their juice crushed or chopped
To serve:
- 4 slices toasted whole grain bread
- Grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Put the jalapeno slices and rosemary in a small saucepan or skillet with just enough olive oil to cover. Place over a very low heat for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.1 medium jalapeno, 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, 5 tablespoons olive oil
- Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
- Place an oven-proof skillet over medium low heat. Add 2-3 tablespoons of the jalapeno-rosemary oil (or plain oil) along with the garlic, onion, paprika, and brown sugar.4 cloves garlic, 1 medium onion, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- Cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic and onion have softened (about 10-15 minutes).
- Add the balsamic vinegar and Worcestershire sauce and cook for another couple of minutes.2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Add the cannellini beans and tomatoes along with their juices.28 ounces canned cannellini beans, 14 ounces canned plum tomatoes with their juice
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Cover the skillet or cut a circle of parchment paper to fit the skillet and place it on top of the beans.
- Transfer to skillet to oven and bake for approximately 1 hour or until quite thick.
- When ready to serve, toast the bread. Place a piece of toast on a small plate or in a bowl and spoon the beans over.4 slices toasted whole grain bread
- Top with finely grated cheddar cheese and a drizzle of the jalapeno-rosemary oil (if using).Grated cheddar cheese
- Garnish with a few slices of jalapeno and a few rosemary leaves.
Notes
- Be sure to wear gloves when prepping jalapenos. The oils can remain on your hands even after washing and can irritate sensitive skin.
- Beans on toast are great all on their own, but you could always add a fried or poached egg on top.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 1085mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 253IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 7mg
