Uncover the hearty, homey taste of Newfoundland with this classic Boiled Beans recipe. Drawn from a treasured collection of vintage fundraising cookbooks from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, this dish reflects the region’s enduring love for simple, comforting fare. Boiled beans have long been a staple in Newfoundland kitchens, celebrated for their versatility and nourishing qualities.
This recipe highlights the basic yet delicious method of preparing beans that’s been passed down through generations. Boiling the beans brings out their natural flavors, making them a perfect side dish for a variety of main courses. The addition of traditional seasonings and ingredients enhances the beans’ robust taste, offering a satisfying accompaniment to hearty meals.
Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a newcomer to Newfoundland cuisine, this Boiled Beans recipe promises to deliver a taste of nostalgia and tradition. It’s an excellent example of how simple ingredients can be transformed into a comforting dish that brings families together.
Enjoy this classic recipe that bridges the past with the present, connecting you with Newfoundland’s culinary heritage and warm, home-cooked goodness.
Boiled Beans Recipe:
2 cups navy beans
1 pound salt meat cut soup size pieces.
Medium onion cut fine.
1 small turnip cut in soup size pieces.
2 to 3 medium size carrots cut in soup size pieces.
Good shake of pepper
Rinse beans well, add to boiler with 5cups of water or so.
Add chopped onion.
Put salt meat in small saucepan cover with cold water, bring to boil. About a minute or so, add meat to beans, keep water to add to beans if to fresh, a little at a time.
Bring to boil reduce to good simmer about 1 1/2 hrs or so until almost tender then add turnip and Carrot simmer until cooked.
Provided by Rosalind.
Note: This a recipe from my mom from Brookfield, Bonavista Bay. I them, and my townie family and friends love them this way. I served them with good homemade rolls. Enjoy.
Old Recipe:
1 lb. white beans
1/4 lb. salt beef, cut in cubes.
3-4 potatoes
1 onion, sliced Pepper to taste.
Boil beans and beef for 1 hour or until tender. Add onions and the potatoes. Season with pepper to taste.
