Baked Bean Boats

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 11

A fun and delicious way to enjoy baked beans: Baked Bean Boats!

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

940

Sugar

Fat

32g

Baked Bean Boats are a fun and delicious twist on a classic dish. The French bread provides a perfect vessel for the savory and hearty baked beans, which are loaded with protein and fiber. The addition of diced tomatoes and spring onions adds some freshness and crunch to the meal, while the grated cheese gives a nice salty flavor and added texture. This dish is perfect for those busy weeknights when you need something quick and easy to make that the whole family will love. Plus, it's a fun way to get kids excited about eating beans!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 180°C.
2.	Cut the French bread into pieces, then use a knife to cut out a small oval from the top of each piece.
3.	Empty the baked beans into a bowl and stir in the salami, tomatoes, and spring onions.
4.	Spoon the bean mixture into the bread boats, then sprinkle with grated cheese.
5.	Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted.

PROS

Baked Bean Boats are a fun and unique way to enjoy a classic dish like baked beans.
They are also an easy and quick meal to make, perfect for busy weeknights.

CONS

French bread can be high in calories and carbohydrates, so this meal should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Also, baked beans can be high in sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite the high sodium content in baked beans, they are a good source of plant-based protein and fiber. Tomatoes are a great source of vitamins C and K, and also contain antioxidants that can help protect against chronic diseases. Spring onions are a good source of vitamin C and contain compounds that may have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. The use of whole grain French bread can also provide additional fiber and nutrients.

	1 -2 French bread ( sticks )
	420 g baked beans
	100 g finely sliced brooks italiano salami
	2 tomatoes , diced
	4 spring onions , finely sliced
	1/2 cup mainland mild cheese , grated