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Beans on Toast

Warm navy beans simmered in a rich, savory tomato sauce, served spooned over thick slices of toasted buttered bread.

15 minEasyServes 2340 cal/serving

BritishBreakfastStovetopVegetarianVeganHigh FiberHalal-friendlyNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeDairy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 can canned navy beans, drained
  • 1/2 cup tomato passata
  • 1 tbsp dairy-free butter
  • 1/2 tsp vegan Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 slices thick white bread, toasted
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper, ground

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt half of the 1 tbsp dairy-free butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add the 1 can drained canned navy beans, 1/2 cup tomato passata, and 1/2 tsp vegan Worcestershire sauce to the pan, stirring to combine.

  3. 3

    Simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes until the sauce thickens and beans are heated through.

  4. 4

    Season the mixture with 1/8 tsp ground black pepper.

  5. 5

    Spread the remaining butter over the hot 2 slices toasted thick white bread.

  6. 6

    Pour the warm bean mixture over the bread and serve immediately.

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Questions

How do I know when Beans on Toast is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until the sauce thickens and beans are heated through.

What can I use instead of Worcestershire sauce in Beans on Toast?

The entry for Beans on Toast calls for 1/2 tsp vegan Worcestershire sauce. In its place: Soy sauce with a few drops of vinegar and a pinch of sugar.

Can I use dried beans instead of canned in Beans on Toast?

Yes. One 15-ounce can is about one and a half cups of cooked beans, which comes from a generous half cup dried. Soak them overnight and simmer until tender before you start the recipe. As written, the entry for Beans on Toast uses 1 can canned navy beans, drained.

Can I make Beans on Toast gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Beans on Toast is 1/2 tsp vegan Worcestershire sauce, 2 slices thick white bread, toasted. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos; the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Beans on Toast contain fish?

Yes: 1/2 tsp vegan Worcestershire sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How do I store and reheat Beans on Toast?

Refrigerate what is left of Beans on Toast within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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