Homemade Baked Beans

Serves: 4  |  Prep: 10mins  |  Cook: 30mins

Ingredients for Homemade Baked Beans:

• 1 whole brown onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, finely diced
• 2 rashers bacon, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 400g canned diced tomatoes
• 400g canned cannellini beans, drained
• 100g tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons of maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
• 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
• pinch salt & pepper to taste
• OPTIONAL - Chilli powder. Amount as per your taste and tolerance level.

Directions for Homemade Baked Beans:

step one: heat oil in medium sauce pan
step two: add onion, garlic and bacon
step three: cook, stirring gently, until onion and bacon is browned.
step four: heat oil in medium sauce pan
step five: add all other ingredients.
step six: bring to a gentle simmer for 20-25 minutes
step eight: serve immediately. can be served on its own, or with toast, wilted baby spinach and a poached or fried egg.