Best 4 Calico Beans Baked Beans W 3 Kinds Of Beans Recipes

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Calico beans, also known as three-bean salad or cowboy beans, are a delightful combination of various bean varieties, typically including pinto beans, kidney beans, and lima beans, simmered in a savory sauce. These hearty and flavorful beans, often enhanced with bacon, onions, bell peppers, and a medley of seasonings, create a symphony of textures and flavors. Whether you're seeking a hearty main course, a versatile side dish, or a delectable addition to your next potluck, calico beans are sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CALICO BEANS



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This casserole is the best! I take it to pot lucks, picnics, camping trips, etc.

Provided by Kathy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup bacon, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can pork and beans
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans
1 (15 ounce) can lima beans, drained
½ cup ketchup
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon mustard powder
½ cup chopped celery

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C).
  • Place bacon and ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain and set aside.
  • In a four quart casserole dish, mix together the bacon, ground beef, pork and beans, kidney beans, butter beans, lima beans, ketchup, onion, vinegar, dry mustard and celery.
  • Cover and bake for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.5 calories, Carbohydrate 66.6 g, Cholesterol 38.2 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 952.9 mg, Sugar 35.7 g

CALICO BEANS (BAKED BEANS W/ 3 KINDS OF BEANS)



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This is one of my favorite cookout side dishs! My Aunt Char makes these all the time and I finaly got the recipe from her! They are a great side dish with hamburgers, hotdogs, potato salad...the list goes on and they are yummy!

Provided by Jen Santiago

Categories     Pork

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
6 slices bacon
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 teaspoons vinegar
3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can pork and beans
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans

Steps:

  • Fry bacon until crisp.
  • Drain.
  • Fry ground beef in fat until tender.
  • Combine onion, ketchup, salt, mustard, vinegar, brown sugar, and partly drain beans in a 3 quart oven container.
  • Mix well.
  • Add hamburger and crumbled bacon.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.

CALICO BEANS



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I got this recipe from a co-worker about 10 years ago. She brought it for a pot luck and it smelled and tasted delicious. Everyone loved it so I got the recipe. Now My husband brings it every year to his Thanksgiving potluck.

Provided by COOT226

Categories     Pork

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 lb bacon (cooked and crumbled)
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 (15 ounce) can lima beans (drained)
1 (16 ounce) can butter beans (drained)
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, I use dark red (drained)
1 (28 ounce) can baked beans, I use bush original recipe
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 dash onion powder (or salt)
1 dash garlic powder (or salt)

Steps:

  • Brown Ground beef with onion till it is cooked and no longer pink - Drain.
  • Mix all ingredients together and cook in Crook pot/Slow cooker on high for 5 1/2 - 6 hours - stir every 1/2 hour.
  • Or you can bake at 350 degrees in oven for 2-3 hours - stir every 1/2 hour.
  • ( If you can not find Lima Beans in a can - use Frozen).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672.6, Fat 35.2, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 77.2, Sodium 1464.6, Carbohydrate 62.9, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 27.3, Protein 29.7

HEARTY CALICO BEAN BAKE



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For years, my mother made this savory-sweet bean dish. I was always thrilled when it was on the menu, and now I serve it often to my own family. You can vary the types of beans used, if you wish. -Heather Biedler Laura, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (16 ounces) pork and beans, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut wax beans, drained
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1-1/2 cups cubed cheddar cheese
1/2 cup ketchup
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Transfer to a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour or until bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 1130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips:

  • Soaking the beans overnight in water helps reduce cooking time and makes them more digestible.
  • Use a variety of beans for a more flavorful dish. Try using a combination of pinto beans, kidney beans, and black beans.
  • Add some bacon or ham hocks to the pot for a smoky flavor.
  • Use a good quality barbecue sauce. You can use your own homemade sauce or a store-bought brand.
  • Don't overcook the beans. They should be tender but still hold their shape.

Conclusion:

Calico beans are a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a casual meal. They are also a great way to use up leftover beans. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a pot of calico beans that your whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give calico beans a try.

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