Guernsey Bean Jar

About This Recipe

The Guernsey Bean Jar is a traditional one-pot dish that was historically prepared by locals who would take it to the baker to cook in the residual heat of the oven. This hearty stew combines beans, pork, and vegetables in a rich, savory broth.

Ingredients

Serves 6

• 300 gdried haricot beans(soaked overnight)
• 300 gpork shoulder(diced)
• 2 largeonions(chopped)
• 3 mediumcarrots(chopped)
• 1 literbeef stock
• 2 tbsptomato paste

Instructions

1. 1

   Brown meat

   In a heavy casserole, brown pork pieces over medium-high heat, remove and set aside.

2. 2

   Sauté vegetables

   In the same pot, sauté onions and carrots for 5 minutes until softened.

3. 3

   Add tomato paste

   Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.

4. 4

   Combine ingredients

   Return pork to pot, add drained beans and stock, bring to simmer.

5. 5

   Slow cook

   Cover and cook in 150°C oven for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender.

Variations

• •

  Add diced bacon for extra flavor

• •

  Use chicken instead of pork

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  Add fresh herbs like thyme

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  Vegetarian: swap the protein for roasted king oyster mushrooms, smoked tofu or cooked chickpeas — adjust seasoning slightly upward to compensate.

Storage

Keeps well for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Freezes well for up to 3 months.

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