Best 12 3 Bean Casserole Recipes

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**A hearty and flavorful dish, 3-bean casserole combines three types of beans, vegetables, and a savory sauce for a comforting meal. Often served as a main course or side dish, it's a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit your preferences. This recipe features three variations of the classic 3-bean casserole: a traditional version, a vegetarian version, and a slow-cooker version. Whether you prefer a classic flavor profile or a meatless option, or the convenience of a slow cooker, there's a recipe here for every taste and lifestyle. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven or slow cooker, and let's get cooking!**

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

THREE BEAN POTLUCK CASSEROLE



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This a great dish for a crowd--it can be doubled or tripled. Ingredients can be kept on hand and preparation is simple and fast! Also can be made in slow cooker.

Provided by THREADS321

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ pound bacon
1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
½ cup ketchup
¾ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 (16 ounce) can baked beans
1 (15.25 ounce) can kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, break into medium pieces and set aside. In same skillet, brown beef and onion. Drain fat.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place bacon/beef mixture in a large bowl and stir in the ketchup, sugar, vinegar, mustard, baked beans, kidney beans (with liquid) and butter beans (with liquid). Mix well.
  • Spoon casserole mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, uncovered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 734.2 calories, Carbohydrate 72.6 g, Cholesterol 86.6 mg, Fat 35.6 g, Fiber 12.1 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1497.9 mg, Sugar 35.8 g

THREE BEAN CASSEROLE



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My husband and I are retired farmers. Our main crop was wheat, and we began growing beans when our son joined the operation. When our church cookbook was revised a couple years ago, this recipe was included among the favorites. -Georgia Hennings, Scottsbluff, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/2 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon white vinegar

Steps:

  • In a 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine beans; set aside. In a skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until beef is no longer pink. Remove from the heat; drain. Add the remaining ingredients to the skillet; mix well. Stir beef mixture into beans. , Bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 729mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

BEAN CASSEROLE



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An ideal winter recipe. The bread can be replaced by mashed potato or polenta. Serve with a salad or steamed vegetables.

Provided by DONOGHUEJ

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, sliced
1 medium carrot, sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
6 fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ cup water
1 tablespoon tomato paste
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 (14.5 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained
½ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
½ (1 pound) loaf French bread, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and carrot; cook and stir until onion is tender and transparent. Stir in the sugar, red pepper and mushrooms and continue to cook until onion is browned.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to blend. Cook for 1 minute then mix in the water and tomato paste. Season with basil and thyme. Mix in the beans and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a greased casserole dish.
  • Pour the remaining oil into a shallow dish. Dip one side of each slice of bread in the oil, then arrange on top of the casserole with the oiled side up. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
  • Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until the bread and cheese are toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.3 calories, Carbohydrate 59.8 g, Cholesterol 5.5 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 1013.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

LIGHT THREE-BEAN CASSEROLE



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"This recipe came from a family reunion of mostly Mennonites. It is over 30 years old," Jane Bone shares from Cape Coral, Florida. "You can choose different beans, according to your family's tastes, but keep the pork and beans as a base. I often take a big pot of these to large gatherings or pitch-in-suppers, and everyone enjoys them."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 bacon strips, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) pork and beans
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup ketchup
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. In the drippings, saute green pepper and onion until tender., Combine the beans in a large bowl. Gently stir in pepper mixture and bacon. Stir in the ketchup, pimientos, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and mustard until combined., Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 864mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

THREE BEAN CASSEROLE



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This is a quick and easy dish, great for potlucks or picnics. It is a delicious combination of hearty ingredients, and I have always been asked for the recipe when I serve this dish.

Provided by NEWPORT29

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound beef frankfurters, sliced
1 (15 ounce) can pork and beans
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, drained
1 small onion, chopped
½ cup brown sugar
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl combine the frankfurters, pork and beans, butter beans, chili beans, onion, sugar, oregano and vinegar. Mix all together and pour mixture into a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour, or until cooked through and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 40.1 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 1246.4 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

THREE-BEAN CASSEROLE



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You know you have a winning recipe when it shows up again and again, no matter where you are or what the occasion. And so it is with this terrific three-bean recipe that's perfect for potlucks and other gatherings.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb bulk pork sausage
2 medium stalks celery, sliced (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 large clove garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (21 oz each) baked beans (any variety)
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) lima or butter beans, drained
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) kidney beans, drained
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon ground mustard
2 tablespoons honey or packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon white or cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage, celery, onion and garlic over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.
  • Mix sausage mixture and remaining ingredients in ungreased 3-quart casserole. Bake uncovered about 45 minutes, stirring once, until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 16 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1 1/3 cups), Sodium 1400 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

HAMBURGER AND THREE BEAN CASSEROLE



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This one is great for pot-luck dinners or anytime you need to feed a large group as it serves about 24.

Provided by Trisha W

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb bacon, cut into pieces
2 lbs ground beef
2 cups onions, chopped
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons dry mustard
4 teaspoons vinegar
2 tablespoons garlic, dry,flaked
2 (16 ounce) cans lima beans, with liquid
2 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans, with liquid
2 (16 ounce) cans pork and beans, with liquid

Steps:

  • Brown bacon, hamburger and onions, and drain off excess fat.
  • Combine tomato sauce, brown sugar, dry mustard and garlic flakes; add to meat mixture and mix well.
  • Place in a buttered 6 quart baking container, and bake 1 hour at 350*F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.9, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 41.5, Sodium 666.4, Carbohydrate 26.6, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 6.5, Protein 15.4

3 BEAN CASSEROLE (BOURBON BEANS)



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This is our favorite bean dish, the one my mom is famous for. Great for potlucks, picnics, or just any old time. This dish needs to sit 2 hours before baking. (Cooking time includes this.)

Provided by Chef PotPie

Categories     Beans

Time 2h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices bacon, cut in 1/2 inch slices
1 onion, chopped
1 (16 ounce) can baked beans
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (16 ounce) can baby lima beans, drained
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup Bourbon
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*.
  • Saute cubed bacon until just crisp.
  • Add chopped onion and saute until clear.
  • In large bowl, mix together remaining ingredients.
  • Add the bacon-onion mixture with some of the bacon fat.
  • Season to taste.
  • Let stand 2 hours.
  • Bake 350* for 30 minutes, till bubbly.

FIVE BEAN CASSEROLE



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This is a sweet and sour casserole with bacon and beans.

Provided by Joan

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 2h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ pound bacon
2 cups chopped onion
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon mustard powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup cider vinegar
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans
1 (15 ounce) can lima beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 (28 ounce) can baked beans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
  • Saute onion in bacon fat; add the brown sugar, mustard, garlic powder, salt and vinegar. Cook covered on low heat 20 minutes.
  • In a four quart baking dish, combine the bacon, onion mixture, butter beans, lima beans, kidney beans, garbanzo beans and baked beans. Mix well, and bake covered for 1 1/2 hours. Uncover and bake 30 to 45 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.9 g, Cholesterol 6.9 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 12.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 953 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

THREE BEAN CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Three Bean Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Grains

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, all rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can navy beans, all rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, all rinsed and drained
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 can chipotle chile in adobo, seeded,minced plus
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
1 cup prepared barbecue sauce
3/4 cup original toasted wheat germ
1/4 lb cubed or grated cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons butter, melted
chopped cilantro or flat leaf parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Spray 9-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine the 3 cans of beans, onion, green peppers, garlic, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce and barbecue sauce; mix well.
  • Spoon into baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, combine cheese, wheat germ, cumin and butter; mix well.
  • Sprinkle evenly over bean mixture in baking dish.
  • Bake 30 minutes at 350 degrees until beans are hot and topping is golden brown.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.4, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 22.5, Sodium 648.9, Carbohydrate 42, Fiber 13.3, Sugar 3.1, Protein 17.4

THREE BEAN CROCK POT CASSEROLE



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Easy three beans and three steps (a,b,c). Good for open houses or where people drop in. Stays warm in crock pot. I kinda think this is from the 1950's. My great grandma, my grandma, my mom and now I cook it. One of my sisters cooks it and I'm working on my daughter to cook it too! (diabetes substitutions at bottom of recipe).

Provided by barbaja w.

Categories     Beans

Time 36m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup warm water
2 (15 ounce) cans baked beans, Bush name, undrained
2 (12 ounce) cans lima beans, drained
2 (12 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained
2 1/3 cups ketchup
1/4 cup picnic prepared mustard
1/3 cup brown sugar or 1/3 cup dark molasses
2/3 cup wrights liquid smoke
1/3 cup genuine apple cider vinegar
2 lbs lean hamburger
1/4-1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup Spam (optional) or 1 cup ham, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • (Diabetes substitutions at bottom of recipe).
  • Before Part take 1 cup warm water and put it into the crock pot and turn it on high. This is sort of to preheat the pot; without water it would crack see.
  • Part take the beans section and warm in microwave or on stove top until steaming. Stir and pour into the crock pot (nice to use maple or honey flavor beans).
  • Part ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, liquid smoke, vinegar. This is like a sauce. Simmer and stir on stove top or microwave until turns brown and smells less vinegary (20 minutes maybe). Dump into the crock pot and stir well.
  • Part meat and onion; brown on stove top or in microwave together then dump it in pot.
  • See how it goes a, b c all warm before going into the pot. Put on the lid and keep on high for on hour and 5-8 hours on low then serve with rice and cornbread, cheese shredded on top or glass of milk Complete meal for open houses or crowds of people. Stays warm in pot and is easy to self serve.
  • Diabetes substitutions: Can substitute tomato paste for ketchup and powdered mustard for regular. Add water a little and artificial sweetener comes in brown sugar flavor. The Bush baked beans can use navy beans plain and use brown rice instead of white rice. See these are all diabetes or trying to lose wight substitutions. You can also add wheat germ to the corn bread.

THREE BEAN CASSEROLE



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You know you have a winning recipe when it shows up again and again, no matter where you are or what the occasion.

Provided by VeggiesByCandlelight

Categories     Beans

Time 8h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 lb bulk pork sausage or 3/4 lb homemade sausage
3/4 lb ground beef
1 lb Little Smokies sausage
2 stalks celery, sliced or 1 cup sliced celery
1 medium onions, chopped or 1/2 cup chopped onion
3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 (21 ounce) cans baked beans (any variety)
15 ounces butter beans, drained
15 ounces kidney beans, drained
2 cups ketchup
4 tablespoons ground mustard
4 tablespoons honey
4 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/16 teaspoon red pepper sauce
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper

Steps:

  • In a 10 inch skillet, add the sausage, ground beef, celery, onion, and garlic and cook over medium heat 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • In a a 3½ - 6 quart slow cooker, combine the meat mixture and remaining ingredients. Cover & cook on low heat setting 5-6 hours.
  • Turn off the slow-cooker, let it's contents cool, and transfer to the refrigerator (the flavors really meld over-night).
  • The next day cook in the slow-cooker, on low heat setting, another 2 hours.
  • Serve & Enjoy!

Tips:

  • To save time, use canned beans instead of dried beans. Be sure to rinse and drain the beans well before using.
  • For a creamier casserole, use cream of celery soup instead of cream of mushroom soup.
  • Add a cup of cooked rice or pasta to the casserole for a heartier meal.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it for 30 minutes. Then, cover it and refrigerate it for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, bake it for an additional 30 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Garnish the casserole with chopped fresh parsley or chives before serving.

Conclusion:

Three-bean casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. It is a great way to use up leftover beans and vegetables, and it is also a budget-friendly meal. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give three-bean casserole a try.

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