Classic Beans on Toast

Warm, comforting, and delightfully simple, Classic Beans on Toast is the ultimate quick and hearty meal that satisfies every time. This quintessential British dish combines creamy, protein-packed baked beans with the nutty crunch of toasted whole grain bread, all brought together by a touch of melted cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy breakfast, this recipe is ready in just 15 minutes with minimal effort, offering big flavors from everyday ingredients. Whether you're whipping it up as a quick dinner fix or indulging in a comforting snack, this classic dish is easy to customize and sure to please. Keywords: baked beans on toast recipe, quick comfort food, easy British recipes, warm snack ideas, classic homemade meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

400 grams canned baked beans
4 slices whole grain bread
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
50 grams cheddar cheese
0.25 teaspoons salt
0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Open the can of baked beans and pour them into a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until warmed through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2

While the beans are warming, toast the slices of whole grain bread either in a toaster or under a broiler until golden brown.

Step 3

Grate the cheddar cheese and set it aside.

Step 4

Once the bread is toasted, spread the unsalted butter evenly over each slice.

Step 5

Stir the salt and ground black pepper into the heated beans.

Step 6

Place the buttered toast on plates and spoon the warm baked beans evenly over the slices.

Step 7

Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese on top of the beans.

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(595.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1142.2

Total Fat 43.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 97.5mg	0%
Sodium 3115.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.7g	0%
Total Sugars 44.8g
Protein 44.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 503.6mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1683.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 51.7%