People are ‘living a lie’ after finding out how baked beans are made
Let’s face it, when we’re devouring a much-needed Sunday morning fry-up, our thoughts are hardly dwelling on how all those delectable components ended up on our plate. The only contemplation revolves around conquering The Fear from the previous night and the comforting belief that this feast will solve everything. However, a new level of consternation is creeping in as people realize they’ve been ‘living a lie,’ and it’s all thanks to the unassuming classic: baked beans.
Whether you love or loathe them, these sweet, tomatoey legumes are a quintessential part of a Full English breakfast. For many, the go-to brand is Heinz, reputedly selling over 2.5 million cans of baked beans every day in the UK.
A viral video showcased the intricate process of creating this beloved comfort food in the world’s largest baked bean factory located in Wigan. The facility churns out a staggering 3 million cans daily across its vast 52-acre expanse.
The video, shared by Tech Insider, reveals the journey from rehydrating haricot beans shipped from North America to the addition of a ‘secret mixture’ of spices and the blending of tomato sauce. Brace yourself for this revelation: the beans are cooked right inside the tin, with the entire concoction steamed together within the can. The entire process takes approximately two hours, resulting in the production of around 1 billion cans each year.
Users expressed their astonishment on X, confessing that, despite their love for baked beans, they had no idea they were cooked in the cans. Some were taken aback by the fact that canned beans aren’t actually baked. While some found the process fascinating, others lamented, “Just found out there is no baking involved in making baked beans; my life is a lie.” A common sentiment echoed was, “Baked beans aren’t baked? My life is a lie.”
One user humorously confessed, “Today I learned baked beans are actual beans, uno I thought they were just tiny potatoes; my whole life is a lie.” Discovering the behind-the-scenes of favorite foods can indeed be a bewildering experience.
