Homemade Baked Beans

Baked beans are a classic favourite with everyone. These are a healthier alternative to shop bought baked beans.

Homemade baked beans are suitable for vegetarians and is gluten free.

Suitable for toddlers and older children

400g of chopped tomatoes
1 garlic clove
1 medium onion finely chopped
1 tablespoon of tomato puree
1 teaspoon of olive oil
1 teaspoon of brown sugar
Juice of half a lemon

Cooking Time: 1 hour

Serves: 4 children

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 150oc/gas mark 2
2. Rinse and drain the can of haricot beans into a casserole dish
3. Heat the olive oil in a pan and saute the onions for 10 minutes or until soft and golden brown.
4. Add the remaining ingredients and stir, bringing it to a simmer and cook for few minutes.
5. Pour the sauce over the beans, cover, and bake for 1 hour, stirring after 30 minutes. If the mixture is drying out, add a little hot water or tomato juice.
6. Season to taste and serve with wholemeal bread.

Homemade Tomato Sauce

1. Homemade Tomato Sauce can be used with pasta or as an ingredient with many other recipes.
2. Heat the olive oil in a pan and saute the onions until soft
3. Add the garlic and then add the remaining ingredients
4. Stir and bring to a simmer, place a lid on the pan, and leave the sauce to cook for 15 minutes
5. Take the lid off and cook for a further 15 minutes until the sauce has reduced and is thick and has a rich colour