British-Style Beans On Toast Recipe

Name: British-Style Beans On Toast Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound dry navy beans; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup); 2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon); 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 tablespoons molasses; 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 3 bay leaves; 2 1/2 cups tomato puree; 6 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken broth; 8 slices sourdough bread; Chopped parsley, to garnish

Servings: persons

1 pound dry navy beans
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons molasses
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 bay leaves
2 1/2 cups tomato puree
6 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken broth
8 slices sourdough bread
Chopped parsley, to garnish

1
In a large bowl, cover beans with 1 gallon of cold water. Add 1/4 cup kosher salt and stir to dissolve. Let soak overnight on the counter. The next day, drain in a colander.
2
In a large dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until soft but not brown, about 4 minutes. Add soaked navy beans, brown sugar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, cider vinegar, tomato paste, bay leaves, tomato puree, and 4 cups chicken stock. Bring to a simmer, then cover and lower heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until beans are cooked, about 5 hours, adding additional stock if beans begin to look dry. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
3
Toast bread, then top with a generous portion of beans and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

969

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound dry navy beans, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup), and more.

Yes, British-Style Beans On Toast Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!