Sweet 'n Smoky Baked Beans

Caramella Girl's Note:

This was something I threw together on a whim with a can of beans.

• Total Time: 55 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 45 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 lb firm tofu, cubed
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1/3 cup vegan brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon fennel seed

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prepare an 8x8 baking dish with cooking spray.
2. In a saucepan, heat olive oil, then add garlic. Cook until slightly browned.
3. Add onions and peppers. Saute until onions become translucent.
4. Add pinto beans, tofu cubes, liquid smoke and soy sauce. Mix with onion and peppers.
5. Stir in sugar and spices. Cover saucepan with lid and simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
6. Pour cooked mixture into baking dish. Bake in over for 25-30 minutes.