Beans & Toast

The weekend is only a day away and if you're anything like me, you're already planning out your Sunday brunch. Since we've been in lockdown, I've actually had the opportunity to eat brunch every Sunday, which has been so amazing for me. It's been so fun coming up with fun, delicious brunch ideas, and this week's brunch idea is one of my absolute favourites!

First, let's begin by revisiting my recipe for Baked Beans that I shared on the blog this week. If you haven't made them, this is your opportunity to do so because my brunch plan includes these fabulous baked beans.

Here's the link to the recipe!
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/baked-beans

NOTES:

• If you don't have time or care to make the baked beans from scratch, open up a can of your favourite tomato sauce beans. No shame in that game!
• Only use the oldest, stinkiest cheddar you can find. It needs to have a lot of pungent flavour to really contribute to the overall experience.
  
• Any bread will do, but I strongly suggest your favourite crusty loaf. When a dish has so few ingredients, every one should be exceptional. 

BEANS & TOAST

• Warm up your baked beans in a small saucepot and leave them on low, covered until ready to put together.
• Heat a grill pan and brush each side of your crusty bread with EVOO. Grill each side for 2 or so minutes until crispy with visible grill lines. Remove the bread and place a halved tomato cut side down on the grill pan. Let that sizzle away for about 2 minutes until grilled and tender. 

           Here's What You'll Need ( Per Serving)

• ​2 Pieces of Fresh, Crusty Bread 
• 3/4 C Baked Beans 
• Yellow Onion, finely diced
• Extra Old, Extra Aged Cheddar
• 1 Large, Free-Range Egg
• 1 Roma Tomato
• Fresh Herbs (Chives, Parsley, etc)

• In the meantime, preheat a small frying pan set to just below medium. Crack in your egg and season with salt, pepper, and pepper flakes. Fry until white is set and yolk is barely set. A runny yolk is key!
• For service, overlap your beautifully grilled toast on your desired serving dish. Spoon over the hot beans followed by a generous serving of grated old cheddar and diced yellow uns. Finish with your fried egg on top and a finishing sprinkle of greenery.