I love Autumn for many maannyy reasons, but one of them is being able to cosy up in the evening with a hearty warming bowl of nutritional goodness. 

Beans are fantastic acne-friendly ingredients because they’re naturally high in fibre, protein and essential minerals and therefore great for supporting blood sugar levels. If you have a bunch of spices and a couple of tins of beans, you can make the most delicious and truly satiating acne-friendly recipes. 

Ingredients (makes 4 portions) 

• 2 x tins butterbeans 
• 1 x tin chickpeas 
• 1 onion
• 3 x garlic cloves, minced 
• 2 tbsp tahini 
• 6 large chopped tomatoes 
• A handful of parsley 
• 200g green beans 
• 800ml veg stock
• 1 tsp turmeric, cumin seeds, smoked paprika 
• S&P, to taste

Optional – Buttered sourdough bread, to serve.

Method:

Firstly, drain and soak the tinned beans in fresh salted water. Although a quick rinse if you’re in a rush is fine, a second rinse and a soak really helps to reduce the bloating we can get with pulses. A 30 minute soak will do before draining. 

In a medium to hot pan, add 2 tbsp olive oil and onions and cook until soft. Add garlic and spices and cook until you smell that spicy aroma. Add chopped tomatoes, greens and stock to the mix and cook for several minutes. 

Add the beans, tahini & parsley. Cook on low medium for another 15 minutes. Plate up!

Tip: you can make extra and freeze portions for up to three months. You can also store in the fridge for up to three days.