Cheese & Baked Beans

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4 (as a main)

Ingredients:

Canned baked beans in tomato sauce – 2 cans (about 800 g)

Unsalted butter – 1 tablespoon

Onion, finely diced – 1 small

Garlic, minced – 2 cloves

Smoked paprika – 1 teaspoon

Worcestershire sauce – 1 tablespoon

Tomato paste – 1 tablespoon

Black pepper – ½ teaspoon

Salt – to taste

Cheddar cheese, grated – 1½ cups (about 150 g)

Mozzarella cheese, grated – ½ cup (about 50 g, optional)

Fresh parsley, finely chopped – 2 tablespoons

Thick-cut bread, toasted – 4–6 slices (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and butter a medium baking dish.

Sauté onion in butter until soft; add garlic and cook briefly.

Stir in smoked paprika, tomato paste, Worcestershire, pepper, and a pinch of salt; cook 1–2 minutes.

Add baked beans, simmer 5 minutes, and adjust seasoning.

Transfer beans to baking dish and top evenly with grated cheese.

Bake 12–15 minutes until cheese is melted and golden; garnish with parsley and serve hot, with toast if desired.

Nutrition (Calories)Approximately 400–450 calories per serving as a main; best for cozy breakfasts, brunches, or quick dinners; provides protein, fiber, and calcium from beans and cheese.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Notes

Pro Tip:
Stir a teaspoon of Dijon or a pinch of chili flakes into the beans before baking for a subtle boost of depth and gentle heat.