Ingredients

• 1 15oz can tomato puree
• 2 15 oz cans white beans
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 medium white onion, diced
• 3 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp molasses
• 1.5 tbsp white wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp olive oil or any cooking oil
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• For a spicy kick: 1/8 tsp or more cayenne

Method

Step 1

Prepare for awesomeness.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. In a saucepan, fry the onion and garlic until both are somewhat translucent and soft.

Step 3

Add in the chili powder and cayenne (if you are using it) and cook for a few minutes. Add the tomato puree, brown sugar, molasses, white wine vinegar, and soy sauce and bring to a low boil. Once boiling, add salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 4

Let simmer for about 10 minutes, then add the beans and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 5

Put the mixture into a casserole dish and bake for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Let stand for about 5 minutes before serving, and garnish it with sliced green onion or parsley. Allow it to cool for further thickening.