Best 4 Apple Bean Bake Recipes

"Apple Bean Bake" is a delicious and hearty dish that can be enjoyed for brunch, lunch, or dinner. It is made with simple ingredients that are often found in most kitchens, including apples, green beans, onions, and cheddar cheese. This flavorful casserole is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken, and it can also be made with ground beef or sausage. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your taste preferences, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER APPLE BEAN BAKE

Slow Cooker Apple Bean Bake image

I think I've said it before, I love my crock pot. I have 3 in various sizes. This is a sweet and healthy dish. Great for fall.

Provided by LilPinkieJ

Categories Beans

Time 2h5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
6 cups granny smith apples, cored and cubed
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon molasses
1 teaspoon salt
2 (12 ounce) cans great northern beans, undrained
2 (12 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained

Steps:

Melt butter in skillet; add apples and cook until tender.
Stir in sugars, ketchup, cinnamon, molasses, and salt.
Add beans, mix well. Pour into slow cooker.
Cover and cook on high setting for 2 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.5, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 12.2, Sodium 406.5, Carbohydrate 59.6, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 27.4, Protein 10.9

APPLE 'N' BEEF BEAN BAKE

Apple 'n' Beef Bean Bake image

Slightly sweet apples blend beautifully with savory ground beef and baked beans. You can easily double the recipe for a potluck.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onions, chopped
2 cans (16 ounces each) baked beans
3 medium tart apples, diced
2/3 cup ketchup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. , Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until apples are tender.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLE BEAN BAKE

Apple Bean Bake image

A delicious combination of apples, cinnamon, molasses,brown sugar,butter and beans. This is a recipe I found in a magazine some years ago.

Provided by Lou6566

Categories Apple

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (48 ounce) jar great northern beans
4 tablespoons butter
2 large cooking apples, cubed (3 cups)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup white sugar
1/2 cup catsup
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon molasses
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a large skillet, melt butter, add cubed apples, and cook until tender.
Add brown and white sugar, stir and cook til sugar disolves.
Stir in catsup, cinnamon, molasses and salt.
Add beans and mix well. Pour mixture into a 2 quart casserole.
Bake in 400 degree oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.9, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 677.6, Carbohydrate 81.1, Fiber 14.3, Sugar 39.7, Protein 15.4

APPLE ORCHARD BEAN BAKE

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My daughter recently bought me some vintage cookbooks. This recipe came from Betty Crocker's Dinner in a Dish, published in 1965. This is a good hearty casserole for cold winter days!

Provided by loof751

Categories < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 lb pork sausage
1 (20 ounce) can baked beans
0.5 (10 ounce) can tomato soup
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large apple
1/4 cup brown sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Core the apple and slice thinly.
Brown the sausage in a skillet. Drain well.
Stir in beans, soup, and pepper. Pour into a greased 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
Arrange apple slices over casserole. Sprinkle brown sugar over apples.
Bake uncovered at 450 degrees for 25 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.2, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 54.5, Sodium 933.9, Carbohydrate 37, Fiber 5, Sugar 22.9, Protein 16.4

Tips:

Choose the right beans: Pinto beans and kidney beans are classic choices for apple bean bake, but you can also use other types of beans, such as black beans, navy beans, or Great Northern beans.
Soak the beans overnight: Soaking the beans overnight helps to reduce their cooking time and makes them more digestible. If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can also quick-soak them by boiling them for 1 minute and then letting them sit for 1 hour.
Use a variety of apples: Different types of apples will give your apple bean bake different flavors and textures. For example, Granny Smith apples are tart and crisp, while Honeycrisp apples are sweet and juicy.
Add some spices: Spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger can help to enhance the flavor of the apple bean bake. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little bit of heat.
Don't overcook the beans: Overcooked beans can become mushy and lose their flavor. Cook the beans until they are just tender, but still have a slight bite to them.

Conclusion:

Apple bean bake is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of sweet apples, savory beans, and warm spices, apple bean bake is a dish that the whole family will enjoy.