What do the British call beans on toast?

Navy beans are called haricot beans in England and also go by names such as Boston beans and white pea beans. Baked beans on toast is often served for breakfast as a part of a fry up (the British term for a Cooked English Breakfast).

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Beans for breakfast? It’s a thing and it’s delicious! This British-inspired meal is plant-based and easy to make, without sacrificing on flavor. And unlike store-bought baked beans that tend to be heavily sweetened and fairly bland, this homemade version is lightly (and naturally) sweetened yet full of flavor! Just 1 pot and 30 minutes required. Let us show you how it’s done!

Origin of Baked Beans on Toast

There are several theories on where baked beans originated. But the concept of baked beans on toast seems to be an iconic British staple. And Heinz (yep, the ketchup company) claims the combo was invented by one of its executives in 1927. British baked beans are traditionally made with navy beans, which are a small white bean. Navy beans are called haricot beans in England and also go by names such as Boston beans and white pea beans. Baked beans on toast is often served for breakfast as a part of a fry up (the British term for a Cooked English Breakfast). For lunch, they are more commonly served with a jacket potato (the British term for a baked potato). And they’re even served at dinner, too! This recipe starts with sautéing shallot with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder as the base. Next comes water to make it saucy, vinegar for tang, and tomato paste for rich tomato flavor. Mustard and molasses add depth and maple syrup provides a sweet balance. This combination creates the sauce. Cooked white beans are added to the sauce and simmered to soak up the flavors. We used white (cannellini) beans because they are readily available and have a mild flavor. But other types of white beans work well here, too. The saucy, subtly spiced, flavorful beans are served atop toasted bread (sourdough being our favorite).

We hope you love this recipe for baked beans on toast! It’s:

Hearty

Flavorful

Savory

Lightly sweetened

Versatile

Quick & easy

& SO delicious!

It’s perfectly satisfying for any meal of the day! For breakfast, try serving with a fried egg (if not vegan), shiitake mushroom “bacon”, vegan sausages, and/or fresh fruit. Or for lunch or dinner, swap out the toast for a baked potato (or sweet potato) and serve with a simple green salad.

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