SKINNY CALICO BEANS

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44% less total fat • 50% less cholesterol than the original recipe. Baked bean goodness without turning on a hot oven! You've just found your new favorite summertime side.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large sweet onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced (2 cups)
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup maple or maple-flavor syrup
1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons snipped fresh sage
2 tablespoons Muir Glen™ tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cans (15.5 or 16 oz) navy beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (15.5 or 16 oz) butter beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ Chick Peas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup light sour cream
Yellow, red, and/or green tomatoes, chopped (optional)
Sage leaves (optional)

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch skillet, cook onion in hot butter over medium heat about 15 minutes or until onion is very tender and browned, stirring occasionally. Stir in maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, snipped sage, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Add navy beans, butter beans, and Chick Peas; stir to coat.
  • Cover and cook over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a serving bowl. Top with sour cream. Garnish with tomatoes and sage leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1/2 cup, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

sajan twayana
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I've made this recipe several times and I've always had great results. It's a great freezer meal too! I just cook a big batch and then freeze it in individual portions.


Veronica Shutz
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it! The finished dish is absolutely delicious.


Sa Ahmed
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this dish. The tomatoes added a nice sweetness to the overall flavor.


Wahid Talukdar420
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey. I had some leftover turkey from Thanksgiving and this recipe was the perfect way to use it up.


MANAHIL Khan
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I made this recipe in my Instant Pot and it turned out great! The beans were cooked perfectly and the overall dish was very flavorful.


Chanell Coleske
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their beans! My kids loved the sweet and tangy sauce.


Jeff Ofori
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I thought this recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


Mahle Radebe
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or omit ingredients to suit your own taste preferences.


Cynthia Lesuuda
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I've made this recipe several times and I've always had great results. It's a great freezer meal too! I just cook a big batch and then freeze it in individual portions.


Pheonix
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This is a great recipe for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. The beans are a great source of protein and the overall dish is very satisfying.


Anon Haron
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and the beans were cooked to perfection.


Nkgomeleng Makgaretsa
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beans. I had some canned black beans and kidney beans in my pantry and this recipe was the perfect way to use them up.


Batool Fatima
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I'm not a huge fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this dish. The beans were cooked perfectly and the overall flavors were very well-balanced.


abbrish memon
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it! The finished dish is absolutely delicious.


Mohamd Gul
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The beans were a little bland for my taste.


Nusrat Saima
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and comes together quickly.


Hajji Makki
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The flavors of this dish were incredible! I loved the combination of the beans, tomatoes, and spices.


Sadam Abbasi
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I used my slow cooker to make this recipe and it turned out perfectly! The beans were tender and flavorful and the overall dish was very hearty and satisfying.


Light Vision
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Amazing recipe! I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.