Beans Haricot Navy 100g bag

Haricot Beans, often called Navy Beans, are the quintessential small, white, oval-shaped legume known for their incredibly creamy texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor. Famously used as the base for traditional baked beans, they are the gold standard for any dish where you want a smooth, buttery consistency that holds its own in thick sauces.

Why You Will Love Them:

• Ultimate Creaminess: They break down beautifully when cooked, making them the perfect choice for thick, hearty soups, stews, and pur√©es.

• Flavor Sponge: Their delicate flavor profile means they are exceptionally good at absorbing seasonings, whether it's the tang of tomato sauce or the savory depth of a herb-infused stock.

• Quick Cooking: As one of the smaller varieties of white beans, they cook through faster than larger legumes, saving you time in the kitchen.

• Highly Nutritious: They are a brilliant source of dietary fiber, plant-based protein, and essential minerals, keeping you satisfied and energized.

• Versatile Kitchen Staple: While famous for baked beans, their smooth texture makes them ideal for dips, spreads, and thickening casseroles without needing flour or starch.

Origin

Canada

Ingredients

Navy Beans

Allergens

May contain traces of soy. Non-GMO.

How to use

Soak 8 hours. Bring to boil in clean water then simmer for 1 hour.

BAKED BEANS

1 small brown onion (peeled and diced)

1 cup crushed tomatoes

1 1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

150g dried beans (haricot, borlotti or cannellini)

1 tbsp. oil of choice

1 tsp. dried cumin

1 tsp. dried oregano

1 tsp. dried thyme

1/2 tsp. dried cayenne pepper

Sea salt & cracked black pepper

1. Soak beans overnight, drain and rinse. Add beans to boiling water and simmer (1 to 3 hours depending on the type).

2. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

3. Add onions and cook, stirring, until onions are translucent.

4. Add tomatoes and simmer for a few minutes.

5. Add beans, herbs and spices and continue to simmer for 10 more minutes.

6. Season with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper.

Nutritional Information

Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight for more than 24 months.