Best 7 Southwestern Calico Baked Beans Recipes

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Southwestern calico baked beans are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a variety of beans, vegetables, and spices, and can be cooked in a slow cooker or on the stovetop. The beans are typically cooked in a tomato-based sauce, and the addition of corn, peppers, and onions gives them a Southwestern flair. Southwestern calico baked beans are a great source of protein and fiber, and they are also a good source of vitamins and minerals. They can be served as a main course or a side dish, and they are always a hit with family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MY MOM'S FAMOUS CALICO BEANS



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Provided by Mel

Categories     Beans

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (15-ounce) can red pinto beans
1 (15-ounce) can white kidney/cannellini beans
1 (15-ounce) can black beans
8 ounces bacon (chopped)
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup ketchup (see note)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons dry mustard
1/3 cup brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon apple cider or red wine vinegar
1/3 cup water or low-sodium broth
1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, helps thicken the sauce a bit)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly grease a 3-quart baking dish (see note).
  • Drain and rinse all the beans (go ahead and throw them all together in one colander) and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels, leaving about 1 teaspoon grease in the skillet.
  • Add the onion to the skillet over medium heat and cook until softened, 4-5 minutes. Off the heat, add the beans and bacon.
  • In a liquid measuring cup or bowl, combine the ketchup, Worcestershire, dry mustard, sugar, salt, vinegar, water (or broth) and cornstarch, if using, and whisk to combine thoroughly. Pour the sauce into the skillet and stir well.
  • Scrape the entire mixture into the prepared baking pan. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45-60 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, Calories 452 kcal, Carbohydrate 59 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 1109 mg, Fiber 14 g, Sugar 20 g

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

SOUTHWESTERN CALICO BAKED BEANS



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Turn basic baked beans into an impressive side dish with a clever mix of frozen and canned beans, plus spicy sausage, prepared salsa, and premixed taco seasonings.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (12 oz) spicy pork sausage
4 cans (15 oz each) baked beans, drained
1 can (15 or 15.5 oz) dark red kidney beans, drained
1 can (15 oz) black-eyed peas, drained
1 box (9 oz) frozen baby lima beans
1 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium heat, stirring frequently, until no longer pink; drain.
  • In 3-quart casserole, combine sausage and remaining ingredients; stir.
  • Bake uncovered 60 to 70 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 740 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

CALICO BEANS



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Packed full of beef, beans and bacon, this calico beans recipe is one of my favorites. Serve it as a hearty side or main dish. -Betty Claycomb, Alverton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (21 ounces) pork and beans
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in remaining ingredients. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. cast-iron pan or baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, until the beans are as thick as desired, 45-60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 826mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN BAKED BEANS



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Three kinds of beans and a host of seasonings make this version of baked beans a winner. Southwest flavors dominate in this dish that's perfect with grilled chicken. Leslie Adams - Springfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes, drained and chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the beans, tomatoes and onion. Combine the remaining ingredients; stir into bean mixture. , Transfer to a 3-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes; stir. Bake, uncovered, 15-30 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 502mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CALICO BAKED BEANS



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My recipe is made without ground beef. It's wonderful baked slowly in the oven or in the crock pot. Throw in a sliced hot dog or two and call it "dinner".

Provided by Chicagoland Chef du

Categories     Beans

Time 1h50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

15 ounces butter beans with molasses and bacon, do not drain
15 ounces dark red kidney beans, drained slightly
11 ounces pork & beans, do not drain
1/4 lb bacon, cooked, drained & chopped
1 medium onion, peeled and sliced
3/4 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dry mustard
hot sauce, several dashes

Steps:

  • Cook bacon, mix all together in a crockpot, Dutch oven or casserole dish.
  • Place in Crock pot for 4-6 hours. Start on high & turn down the temperature.
  • OR.
  • 325° oven, covered for 1 hour, uncovered for 1 hours or until hot & tender and desired consistency. *check periodically: careful not to let dry out.
  • Stir occasionally.
  • NOTES:.
  • Use similar can sizes.
  • If doubling or tripling, you can cut back on brown sugar and vinegar some.
  • Tripled: use 1# bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.4, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 12.4, Sodium 289.6, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 20.7, Protein 8.5

AUNT CHAROLETTE'S CALICO BAKED BEANS



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Easy and wonderful. I normally don't like baked beans but I fell in love with these when Aunt Charolette brought them to a family reunion. I have taken them many times to potluck dinners and am always asked for the recipe.

Provided by rechelle

Categories     Beans

Time 1h50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb hamburger
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon mustard
1/2 cup catsup
1 can kidney bean
2 teaspoons vinegar
1 can pork and beans
1/2 lb bacon, cubed
1 can butter beans

Steps:

  • Brown hamburger.
  • Add onion and cook until onions are transparent.
  • Drain.
  • Mix hamburger mixture and everything else together.
  • Pour into baking dish and bake uncovered at 350 for 1 ½ hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 45.9, Sodium 593.2, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 19.7, Protein 16.2

Tips:

  • Use canned beans for convenience, or soak and cook dried beans overnight for a more flavorful option.
  • Choose a variety of beans for different textures and flavors. Some good options include pinto beans, black beans, kidney beans, and Great Northern beans.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings. Chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder are all great options for Southwestern-style beans.
  • Add some vegetables to your beans for extra nutrition and flavor. Chopped onions, peppers, and corn are all good choices.
  • Serve your beans with your favorite toppings. Sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro are all popular options.

Conclusion:

Southwestern calico baked beans are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are packed with flavor and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a new side dish, give these beans a try. You won't be disappointed!

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