Savory Boston Baked Beans on Toasted Muffins
This savory dish, inspired by the original recipe from Australian Super Food Ideas, is an easy yet hearty option perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light supper. With the comforting flavors of crispy bacon and aromatic spices blended into creamy canned borlotti beans and served on toasted English muffins, it brings warmth and satisfaction to any table. Plus, it’s a low glycemic index meal that can be made ahead and frozen for later use; simply thaw, heat, and enjoy as a delicious topping for jackets potatoes or as a quick meal option. The updated recipe increases servings and alters cooking times for a better dining experience. Whether you're sticking to the original recipe or considering the vegetarian variation, these baked beans are sure to be a hit!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
olive oil
2 teaspoons (none)
bacon
3 slices (rashers rindless, chopped)
brown onion
1 small (finely chopped)
garlic cloves
2 (crushed or minced)
hot paprika
1 teaspoon (none)
diced tomatoes
400 g (canned, diced)
brown sugar
2 teaspoons (none)
tomato paste
1 tablespoon (none)
borlotti beans
2 (400 g cans) (canned, drained and rinsed)
English muffins
4 (wholegrain recommended, split)
butter
1 tablespoon (softened)
flat leaf parsley
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Instructions
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1. In a deep non-stick frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
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2. Add the chopped bacon and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until it becomes crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon from the pan and set it aside on a paper towel to drain.
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3. In the same frying pan, add the finely chopped onion. Sauté, stirring occasionally for about 3 minutes, or until the onion is tender and lightly golden.
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4. Stir in the minced garlic and hot paprika, and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
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5. Return the cooked bacon to the pan, then add the canned diced tomatoes, brown sugar, tomato paste, and drained borlotti beans. Stir the mixture well.
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6. Allow the mixture to cook, stirring often for about 5 minutes or until everything is heated through and the flavors meld together. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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7. While the beans are cooking, split the English muffins in half and toast them until golden brown.
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8. Spread softened butter generously on each toasted muffin half.
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9. Serve the baked beans over the buttered muffins and finish with a sprinkle of fresh flat-leaf parsley.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this dish?
The dish is called Savory Boston Baked Beans on Toasted Muffins.
When is the best time to serve these baked beans?
This recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light supper.
What was the inspiration for this recipe?
The recipe was inspired by an original dish from Australian Super Food Ideas.
What type of beans are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses canned borlotti beans.
Is this recipe considered easy to prepare?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe.
Is this a low glycemic index meal?
Yes, it is described as a low glycemic index (GI) meal.
Can I prepare this meal in advance?
Yes, these baked beans can be made ahead of time.
Can the baked beans be frozen?
Yes, they can be frozen for later use.
How should I reheat frozen baked beans?
Simply thaw the beans and then heat them through.
What are alternative serving suggestions for the beans?
Besides English muffins, they can be served as a topping for jacket potatoes.
Is there a vegetarian version of this recipe?
Yes, the description mentions a vegetarian variation is possible by omitting the bacon.
What type of oil is recommended for cooking?
The recipe calls for olive oil.
How long should I cook the bacon?
The bacon should be cooked for 4 to 5 minutes until it becomes crispy.
What should I do after frying the bacon?
Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon and set it aside on a paper towel to drain.
How long do I need to saute the onion?
The onion should be sauteed for about 3 minutes until tender and lightly golden.
What spices provide the aromatic flavor?
Garlic and hot paprika are used to provide aromatic spice.
How long should the garlic and paprika be cooked?
Cook them for about 1 minute until they become fragrant.
What type of tomatoes are required?
The recipe uses a 400g can of diced tomatoes.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
Yes, it includes 2 teaspoons of brown sugar.
What is the amount of tomato paste used?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of tomato paste.
Should the borlotti beans be rinsed?
Yes, the beans should be drained and rinsed before adding them to the pan.
How long does the final bean mixture cook?
It should cook for about 5 minutes until heated through and flavors have melded.
What kind of muffins are recommended?
Wholegrain English muffins are recommended.
How do I prepare the English muffins?
Split them in half and toast them until golden brown.
Is butter used on the muffins?
Yes, 1 tablespoon of softened butter is spread on the toasted muffins.
What garnish is added at the end?
Fresh flat-leaf parsley is sprinkled over the dish.
How do I season the beans?
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
How many slices of bacon are needed?
The recipe calls for 3 slices of rindless bacon rashers.
How many garlic cloves are used?
The recipe uses 2 crushed or minced garlic cloves.
What color onion is specified?
The recipe specifies using 1 small brown onion.