Calico Beans Recipe

Name: Calico Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat & Poultry
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. bacon; 1 lb. lean ground beef; 1 c. chopped onions; 1 large can pork and beans; 1 large can red kidney beans; 1 large can lima beans; 2 tsp. vinegar; 1/2 c. catsup; 1/2 c. white sugar; 3/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar; 1 tsp. dry mustard; 1 can chickpeas (optional); 1 can cannellini beans (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. bacon
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 c. chopped onions
1 large can pork and beans
1 large can red kidney beans
1 large can lima beans
2 tsp. vinegar
1/2 c. catsup
1/2 c. white sugar
3/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
1 tsp. dry mustard
1 can chickpeas (optional)
1 can cannellini beans (optional)

1
Fry bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels and break into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
2
Pour off fat from pan, leaving a small amount to brown beef and onions.
3
Pour off excess drippings from beef/onion mixture.
4
Combine all other ingredients in a large pan or casserole that may be covered; add meat and blend through bean mixture.
5
Add bacon and fold gently.
6
Bake, covered, at 350u00b0 for 40 minutes or until bubbly.
7
Serve with a green salad and delicious loaf of bread.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. bacon, 1 lb. lean ground beef, 1 c. chopped onions, 1 large can pork and beans, and more.

Yes, Calico Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Calico Beans

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