Best 9 3 Bean Casserole Recipes

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"3 Bean Casserole" is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a comforting meal. It is made with three types of beans, typically kidney beans, pinto beans, and green beans, along with ground beef, onions, and a creamy sauce. The casserole is often topped with crispy fried onions or crumbled cornbread for an extra layer of flavor and texture. Whether you are looking for a simple weeknight meal or a hearty dish to serve at a potluck, this classic recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.

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THREE BEAN CASSEROLE



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My husband and I are retired farmers. Our main crop was wheat, and we began growing beans when our son joined the operation. When our church cookbook was revised a couple years ago, this recipe was included among the favorites. -Georgia Hennings, Scottsbluff, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/2 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon white vinegar

Steps:

  • In a 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine beans; set aside. In a skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until beef is no longer pink. Remove from the heat; drain. Add the remaining ingredients to the skillet; mix well. Stir beef mixture into beans. , Bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 729mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

THREE BEAN POTLUCK CASSEROLE



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This a great dish for a crowd--it can be doubled or tripled. Ingredients can be kept on hand and preparation is simple and fast! Also can be made in slow cooker.

Provided by THREADS321

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ pound bacon
1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
½ cup ketchup
¾ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 (16 ounce) can baked beans
1 (15.25 ounce) can kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, break into medium pieces and set aside. In same skillet, brown beef and onion. Drain fat.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place bacon/beef mixture in a large bowl and stir in the ketchup, sugar, vinegar, mustard, baked beans, kidney beans (with liquid) and butter beans (with liquid). Mix well.
  • Spoon casserole mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, uncovered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 734.2 calories, Carbohydrate 72.6 g, Cholesterol 86.6 mg, Fat 35.6 g, Fiber 12.1 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1497.9 mg, Sugar 35.8 g

THREE-BEAN CASSEROLE



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You know you have a winning recipe when it shows up again and again, no matter where you are or what the occasion. And so it is with this terrific three-bean recipe that's perfect for potlucks and other gatherings.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb bulk pork sausage
2 medium stalks celery, sliced (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 large clove garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (21 oz each) baked beans (any variety)
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) lima or butter beans, drained
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) kidney beans, drained
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon ground mustard
2 tablespoons honey or packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon white or cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage, celery, onion and garlic over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.
  • Mix sausage mixture and remaining ingredients in ungreased 3-quart casserole. Bake uncovered about 45 minutes, stirring once, until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 16 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1 1/3 cups), Sodium 1400 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

THREE BEAN CASSEROLE



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This is a quick and easy dish, great for potlucks or picnics. It is a delicious combination of hearty ingredients, and I have always been asked for the recipe when I serve this dish.

Provided by NEWPORT29

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound beef frankfurters, sliced
1 (15 ounce) can pork and beans
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, drained
1 small onion, chopped
½ cup brown sugar
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl combine the frankfurters, pork and beans, butter beans, chili beans, onion, sugar, oregano and vinegar. Mix all together and pour mixture into a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour, or until cooked through and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 40.1 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 1246.4 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

BAKED THREE-BEAN CASSEROLE



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Here's a recipe perfect for large get-togethers because it can be easily doubled for a big crowd!-Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (16 ounces) maple-cured bacon baked beans
1 can (16 ounces) hot chili beans, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1-1/2 teaspoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

THREE BEAN CASSEROLE



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You know you have a winning recipe when it shows up again and again, no matter where you are or what the occasion.

Provided by VeggiesByCandlelight

Categories     Beans

Time 8h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 lb bulk pork sausage or 3/4 lb homemade sausage
3/4 lb ground beef
1 lb Little Smokies sausage
2 stalks celery, sliced or 1 cup sliced celery
1 medium onions, chopped or 1/2 cup chopped onion
3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 (21 ounce) cans baked beans (any variety)
15 ounces butter beans, drained
15 ounces kidney beans, drained
2 cups ketchup
4 tablespoons ground mustard
4 tablespoons honey
4 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/16 teaspoon red pepper sauce
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper

Steps:

  • In a 10 inch skillet, add the sausage, ground beef, celery, onion, and garlic and cook over medium heat 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • In a a 3½ - 6 quart slow cooker, combine the meat mixture and remaining ingredients. Cover & cook on low heat setting 5-6 hours.
  • Turn off the slow-cooker, let it's contents cool, and transfer to the refrigerator (the flavors really meld over-night).
  • The next day cook in the slow-cooker, on low heat setting, another 2 hours.
  • Serve & Enjoy!

SPICY BEAN CASSEROLE



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Cheap, healthy & easy. Full of flavour & filling. Plenty of variations.

Provided by purplecurls

Time 40m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in an oven-proof casserole on the hob. Add Onions, Celery, Bacon & Garlic. Fry over a low heat until soft but not discoloured.
  • Stir in all the spices. Cook for a further minute or two.
  • Add the tomatoes, stock & S & P. Stir well.
  • Add the beans. Stir & bring to the boil. Stir in the mushrooms .
  • Cover & put in a preheated oven at 170/fan,190C/gas5 for 20 minutes.

THREE BEAN POTLUCK CASSEROLE



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I found this recipe on allrecipes.com, this is an amazing recipe. You have to try this!!!! I fell in love with this one.

Provided by cori 3

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb bacon
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup ketchup
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 (16 ounce) can baked beans
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, break into medium pieces and set aside. In same skillet, brown beef and onion. Drain fat.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place bacon/beef mixture in a large bowl and stir in the ketchup, sugar, vinegar, mustard, baked beans, kidney beans (with liquid) and butter beans (with liquid). Mix well.
  • Spoon casserole mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, uncovered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 780.1, Fat 35.5, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 92.6, Sodium 1495.2, Carbohydrate 84, Fiber 11, Sugar 48, Protein 35.2

INSTANT POT THREE BEAN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 red bell pepper (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 yellow onion (diced)
2 cups green enchilada sauce
1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
1/4 cup rice
½ cup water
1 medium zucchini (chopped)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 (15 ounce) can white beans (drained and rinsed)
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
1 (15 ounce) can corn
¼ cup cilantro
2 corn tortillas (cut into strips)
1 cup Colby Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Turn the Instant Pot the SAUTE setting and add the olive oil, diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and yellow onion and cook until soft.
  • Turn off the saute setting by pushing the CANCEL/KEEP WARM button and add the enchilada sauce, taco seasoning, rice, water and zucchini. DO NOT MIX the water and enchilada sauce. Place the lid on the Instant pot, turn the knob to sealing, press the MANUAL
  • or PRESSURE COOK button and set the cook time for 4 minutes. After it has completed cooking, turn the knob to VENTING for a QUICK RELEASE.
  • Once all the pressure is out, remove the lid and add the black beans, white beans, pinto beans, and corn. Stir until well combined. Add your cilantro, cheese and fold until well combined. Sprinkle your tortilla chips on top.
  • Serve with all your favorite enchilada toppings as desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1044 kcal, Fat 59 g, SaturatedFat 26 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 4246 mg, Carbohydrate 87 g, Sugar 21 g, Protein 35 mg

Tips:

  • Soak the beans overnight: This will help them cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
  • Use a variety of beans: This will give your casserole a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the beans: They should be tender but still hold their shape.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what will really bring your casserole to life, so make sure it's packed with flavor.
  • Add some vegetables: Vegetables will add a healthy boost to your casserole and make it more filling.
  • Top it with cheese: Cheese is always a good idea, and it will help to brown the top of your casserole.
  • Bake it until it's bubbly: This will ensure that the casserole is cooked through and the flavors have had a chance to meld.

Conclusion:

Three-bean casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make a three-bean casserole that is even better than the ones you grew up with. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give three-bean casserole a try. You won't be disappointed.

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