Heinz experts reveal the common mistake that Brits are making when it comes to the popular dish – and gives a step-by-step guide.
Beans on toast might seem like the simplest British dish, but think again – it turns out we’ve been prepping them all wrong.
Those in the know at Heinz, the brains behind the classic Heinz Beanz recipe, have dished out their best advice for whipping up and serving this iconic meal. Data from YouGov places beans on toast among the most popular dishes in the UK, with every family adding their own spin.
Etiquette expert William Hanson has had his say on the matter, guiding beans lovers on the proper way to present and make this beloved meal, reports the Cambridgeshire Live. In a viral TikTok clip, William states: “The only way to eat your beans is in a quintessentially British manner.
“Consulting Heinz, the expert voice on baked beans, on proper etiquette will ensure British households can eat this simple yet heritage dish in the way it was supposed to be enjoyed. Your dinner guests will thank me.” Paul, a ‘Beanz Expert’ at Heinz, is one of the four people in the UK who know the Heinz Beanz secret recipe and has shared the correct way of eating beans on toast. He said: “Beans on toast are a cornerstone of British cuisine but people still get it wrong or are unsure how to make it.
“Heinz has put together the optimum way to prepare the classic, putting processes to the test so people can enjoy the classic at home. Our simple instructions will guarantee tasty results.”
The best beanz on toast recipe
STEP 1
Place two slices of white farmhouse loaf bread in toaster.
STEP 2
Store can upside down, and shake for 5 seconds before use to ensure even beans to sauce distribution.
STEP 3
Warm beans on the hob for 3 – 4 mins stirring constantly. Do not boil the Beanz.
STEP 4
Spread your butter evenly on the toast up to the crust.
STEP 5
Place toast on plate. Pour on beans.
STEP 6 (optional)
Grate cheese on hot beans and let it melt for 2 minutes.
Extra Tips Heinz Beanz:
- Store your Heinz Beanz at an ambient temp preferably – 18°C.
- Add your Heinz Beanz to a cold stainless-steel pan, stainless- steel helps to preserve the iconic taste you know and love.·
- Never boil your Heinz Beanz. This can cause the sauce to split, potentially ruining the colour and flavour.·
- Heat your Heinz Beanz to 64°C for instant eating temp. 75°C if you need time to finalise your toast.
