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Classic British Baked Kidney Bean and Tomato Pie

Name: Classic British Baked Kidney Bean and Tomato Pie
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: British-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 medium carrots, diced; 1 celery stalk, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 2 teaspoons dried mixed herbs (thyme, rosemary, oregano); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1 (400g/14 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (400g/14 oz) can chopped tomatoes; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1/2 cup vegetable stock; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (vegetarian or vegan if preferred); 1 sheet ready-rolled shortcrust pastry (about 320g), or gluten-free pastry for gluten-free option; 1 tablespoon milk or plant-based milk (for brushing pastry); 1 teaspoon sugar (if tomatoes taste acidic)

By PanPotPlates Editorial TeamPublished Apr 25, 2026 | Updated May 12, 2026

British-Inspired 70 mins casserolesglutenfree-optionalbudget-friendlyeasycomfortfoodheartymealprepseasonal

Classic British Baked Kidney Bean and Tomato Pie is a practical PanPotPlates recipe built for dependable weeknight cooking.

Prep 20 min

Cook 50 min

Total 70 min

Servings 6

Difficulty easy

Cuisine British-Inspired

Ingredients

Servings 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, diced
1 celery stalk, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 teaspoons dried mixed herbs (thyme, rosemary, oregano)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 (400g/14 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (400g/14 oz) can chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup vegetable stock
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (vegetarian or vegan if preferred)
1 sheet ready-rolled shortcrust pastry (about 320g), or gluten-free pastry for gluten-free option
1 tablespoon milk or plant-based milk (for brushing pastry)
1 teaspoon sugar (if tomatoes taste acidic)

Ingredients for Classic British Baked Kidney Bean and Tomato Pie

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) or 180°C (350°F) fan oven.
Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet or casserole dish over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 7-8 minutes until vegetables are softened.
Stir in dried mixed herbs, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add drained kidney beans, chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable stock, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Simmer the filling gently for 10-12 minutes to meld flavors and thicken the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding sugar if the tomato sauce is too acidic.
Remove skillet from heat and allow mixture to cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Roll out the pastry sheet if needed to fit your skillet with some overhang.
Carefully lay pastry over the filling, trimming excess. Press edges down to seal and fold under slightly if possible.
Brush the pastry top with milk or plant-based milk for a golden finish.
Cut a few small slits into the pastry to release steam during baking.
Place skillet on a baking tray and bake for 30-35 minutes until pastry is golden and crisp.
Remove from oven and let the pie cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow filling to set.
Serve warm alone or with steamed seasonal vegetables or a fresh green salad.

Classic British Baked Kidney Bean and Tomato Pie cooking in the recommended pan or pot

Tips

Pan Or Pot Required

This Classic British Baked Kidney Bean and Tomato Pie falls under our Casseroles category, best prepared using a large ovenproof skillet or casserole dish.

Cookware Size Guidance

For optimal results with this classic British baked kidney bean and tomato pie, select a casserole dish or ovenproof skillet about 9 to 10 inches (23 to 25 cm) in diameter and 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.5 cm) deep.

Cookware Swap Guidance

While this pie is ideally cooked in an ovenproof skillet or casserole dish, you can substitute with a deep casserole dish or Dutch oven capable of withstanding 200°C (400°F) oven temperatures.

Leftovers Quality

Reheat gently and add a splash of liquid when needed to keep the texture moist and tender.

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