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    Home » Recipes » Dinner

    Easy Baked Beans with Turmeric

    Published: Oct 7, 2015 · Modified: Jun 21, 2019 by Kate Hackworthy · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    An easy homemade baked beans recipe, using store cupboard ingredients. A healthy and delicious version of the classic.

    Bowl of baked beans on a table.

    These easy baked beans are really quick and simple, but also good for you.

    A short list of store cupboard ingredients are quickly turned into a nourishing meal with a fresh, deep flavour that you can't get with store-bought.

    This is lovely with fresh bread (like my fluffy milk rolls or my cheesy garlic and herb skillet rolls), salad, rice, quinoa or other grains.

    Making your own baked beans is simple and I like that you can control the sugar and salt - perfect for kids. Children can be a bit picky, but mine definitely prefer these homemade baked beans to the ones from the supermarket.

    A blue bowl full of homemade baked beans with turmeric.

    Homemade Baked Beans

    Baked beans are a store cupboard staple in many homes. They certainly are in mine! My kids love them and they make a quick dinner on baked potatoes, toast or as a side dish with sweet potato frittata, bean burgers or carrot hot dogs.

    However, I really love making them myself too so they're less processed. They're really easy and you can control the salt and sugar.

    I made this recipe with dried haricot beans, but if you are in a rush you can easily use tinned beans. I added turmeric to this recipe as they give a subtle earthy flavour and have a whole host of health benefits.

    If you like making homemade classics, try my Tomato Ketchup Recipe!

    Cook's Tips:

    • Feel free to leave out the turmeric if you don't like it
    • You can use canned beans instead of dried to save time
    • Leave out the sugar to make it healthier
    • Look for low salt stock if making it for kids

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    Bowl of baked beans on a table.

    Easy Baked Beans with Turmeric

    Kate Hackworthy | Veggie Desserts
    An easy homemade baked beans recipe, using store cupboard ingredients. A healthy and delicious version of the classic. 
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Bean cooking time 1 hr
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main Meals, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, British, International
    Servings 6
    Calories 65 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 300 g dried haricot/navy beans soaked overnight in cold water (or 2 x 400ml (14 oz) tins of haricot /navy beans, drained and rinsed)
    • 2 x 400ml (14 oz tins) chopped tomatoes
    • 2 tablespoon tomato puree/paste
    • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
    • 1 vegetable stock cube crumbled
    • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric

    Instructions
     

    • If using dried beans: drain and rinse the soaked beans, then put in a large pan of water to cover and bring to the boil. Drain then return to the pan, cover with water and boil for about an hour or until tender. Drain and rinse.
    • Add all ingredients, including the cooked or canned beans, to a large pan over a medium-low heat. 
    • Bring just to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer gently for 20 minutes. Check frequently so it doesn't scorch and stir gently so as not to break up the beans. It may be necessary to add water to stop it from scorching.

    Notes

    • Leave out the turmeric if you don't like it
    • Use 1 x 400g/150z can of drained beans instead to make it faster

    Nutrition

    Serving: 6gCalories: 65kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 3gSodium: 351mgPotassium: 408mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 240IUVitamin C: 14.1mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 2.1mg

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.

    Tried this recipe?Mention @kateveggiedesserts or tag #veggiedesserts! I love seeing your recreations.

     

    Thanks for checking out my recipe! I love hearing from my readers. You all allow me to do what I love and write this UK food blog, sharing vegetarian and vegan recipes, vegetable cake recipes and also easy vegan desserts.

    Kate x

     

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    Comments

    1. Sherri

      May 18, 2016 at 3:22 am

      5 stars
      I tried these yesterday. My son loved them. He's four and I'm trying to make better versions of processed food. He loved them. Thanks for the recipe. Oh, I used passata instead of chopped tomatoes.

      Reply
    2. Rachel

      November 29, 2015 at 4:26 pm

      This would be a great stand-by recipe for when I haven't had a chance to get to the shops when I am busy at work - great filling, comforting food , ideal for a veggie like me!

      Reply
    3. Fuss Free Helen

      October 12, 2015 at 12:24 pm

      A lovey recipe Katherine, I love lots of beans in the winter - frugal and so good for you. Thanks for linking up to #creditcrunchmunch

      Reply
    4. janet @ the taste space

      October 10, 2015 at 2:08 pm

      Interesting, I have never heard of a multicooker. I wonder whether it is similar to a pressure cooker to get things finished so fast?

      Reply
    5. Patricia Shea

      October 08, 2015 at 4:35 pm

      I will try these soon - simple and lovely - thanks for the recipe - off to Pin for later!

      Reply
    6. fabfood4all

      October 08, 2015 at 12:17 am

      Oh wow, love the sound of these baked beans, something I've never made so must try! Thanks for a fab and thrifty entry to #CreditCrunchMunch;-)

      Reply
    7. Heidi Roberts

      October 07, 2015 at 10:50 pm

      I love homemade baked beans that start out as dried beans, so much more flavour.

      Reply
    8. munchiesandmunchkins

      October 07, 2015 at 10:17 pm

      Oh this looks delicious and I love that bowl. Your Multicooker looks great too, will have to take a look at that.x

      Reply
    9. recipesfromapantry

      October 07, 2015 at 9:09 pm

      So my OH is big on baked beans and would love to try this recipe.

      Reply
    10. fashionandstylepolice

      October 07, 2015 at 5:00 pm

      Meant tasty and healthy. Stupid phone.

      Reply
    11. fashionandstylepolice

      October 07, 2015 at 5:00 pm

      This looks tasty send healthy. I will be trying it out.

      Reply
    12. Rosana @ Hot&CHilli Food and Travel Blog

      October 07, 2015 at 12:34 pm

      I was brought up on Beans - this recipe is right my street. R

      Reply
      • Kate Hackworthy

        October 07, 2015 at 2:22 pm

        I was as well - and these are a nice, fresh way to have them!

        Reply

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