Indulge in a hearty and flavorful culinary journey with our diverse collection of calico beans recipes. From the classic and comforting "Annette's Calico Beans" to the unique and tantalizing "Sweet and Savory Calico Beans," each recipe promises a delightful taste experience. Savor the perfect balance of textures and flavors as tender beans, smoky bacon, aromatic vegetables, and savory seasonings come together in perfect harmony. Whether you prefer a traditional or a more adventurous take on calico beans, our curated selection offers something for every palate. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover your new favorite calico beans recipe today!
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CALICO BEANS
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
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.
SLOW COOKER CALICO BEANS
With so many folks moving to meatless or healthier food choices, I decided to remove the meat from the original recipe but turn up the flavor. The savory veggie blend balances the sweetness of the baked beans. -David Dixon, Shaker Heights, OH
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 5h20m
Yield 15 servings (3/4 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and pepper; cook and stir until tender. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker; stir in remaining ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 859mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
CALICO BEANS
Calico beans (aka cowboy beans or trucker beans) get their name from the variety of bean colors in the dish. Here we use a trio of canned beans: white navy beans, deep red kidney beans and light brown pork and beans. They're baked with bacon and ground beef in a tangy-sweet sauce until bubbling, resulting in the perfect summer side dish to accompany grilled meats. Calico beans are also great on their own as a main course, topped with shredded cheese and hot sauce.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 2 quarts (10 servings as a side)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Position an oven rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 325 degrees F.
- Put the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crispy, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon to a paper-towel lined plate. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat from the skillet. Add the onion and ground beef and cook, breaking up the beef, until the onion is softened and the beef is crumbled and fully cooked, about 5 minutes. If necessary, drain any excess moisture released from the meat. Add the cooked bacon, kidney beans, navy beans, pork and beans, ketchup, brown sugar, dry mustard, vinegar and salt. Stir together and then transfer to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- Bake until bubbling and caramelized on top, 35 to 40 minutes.
CALICO BEANS
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
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-ANNETTE'S
Tired of chili? Want something sweet and savory that will stick to your ribs? Or do you just want something that tastes good? This recipe is my husbands favorite. He ALWAYS has me double or triple it so there are leftovers for a few days. My son loves it too and asks for it on a regular basis as well. You can make this with maple...
Provided by Annette W.
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Chop bacon and cook until almost done then add beef and onions seasoned with garlic and pepper. Cook until done. Drain.
- 2. Add beans and remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour into a casserole dish and cook uncovered for 40-45 min depending on your oven. You're just heating it clear through since everything is cooked but it also thickens as well during cooking time. .
- 3. ****I almost always double or triple the recipe. If you do, increase the cooking time to 1 hour at least to make sure it heats through.**** The photo is a triple batch, made with honey maple bacon before being baked. I prepped it in a stock pot and went ahead and baked it right in it as well, for one hour.
CALICO BEAN CASSEROLE
Kidney beans, baked beans and butter beans are combined with ground beef, bacon and onion and baked. It's thick, hearty, and pretty tasty too! This can also be done in a slow cooker.
Provided by Dee Dee
Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas Baked Bean Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, fry the ground beef, bacon and onion together until ground beef is no longer pink. Drain fat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the kidney beans, baked beans with pork and butter beans. Stir in the ketchup, white vinegar, dry mustard, brown sugar and cook beef mixture. Mix thoroughly, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the bean and meat mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.1 calories, Carbohydrate 69.2 g, Cholesterol 74.9 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 1089.1 mg, Sugar 38.8 g
CALICO BEANS
These are my Aunt Jessie's famous baked beans. She makes them for all our family picnics and everyone loves them. I make them vegetarian by eliminating the bacon and ground beef. It isn't necessary to replace the eliminated items but you can substitute tofu crumbles for the beef.
Provided by luvmykids
Categories Soy/Tofu
Time 1h
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook bacon in skillet until crisp, then crumble and set aside.
- Cook beef in skillet until no pink remains. Add onion, sauté just until tender.
- Combine beef, onion, ketchup, salt, brown sugar, mustard and vinegar in a 3 qt baking dish or crock pot. Partially drain all the beans (I don't drain the baked beans) and add to the baking dish or crock pot, stirring gently to mix. Sprinkle with bacon.
- Bake at 350 F for 40 minutes or cook in crock pot until heated through.
- For vegetarian version just sauté onion and add to bean mixture. If using dry tofu crumbles it isn't necessary to rehydrate them first, I just stir them into the mixture. It may require addition of water to the mixture if it gets too thick, I just play it by ear. When using frozen crumbles or gimme lean ground "beef" I heat it up in the pan with the onion before adding to the bean mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.6, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 22.2, Sodium 884.4, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 20.1, Protein 12
BEST CALICO BEANS EVER
These are the best calico beans I've ever eaten. You can use pretty much any beans in any combination you like but the below combo is really great.
Provided by sholman77
Categories Beans
Time 1h20m
Yield 1 crockpot, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Chop and thoroughly cook bacon. Drain.
- Brown hamburger and onion together. Drain.
- Combine all ingredients in crock pot.
- Cook on high for 1 hour or on low for as long as you wish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 672, Fat 28.5, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 75.1, Sodium 1004.6, Carbohydrate 71.3, Fiber 12.4, Sugar 27.7, Protein 34
COWBOY CALICO BEANS
This is a tradition at the table when my girlfriends and I go up north for a girls' weekend. The husbands and kids are left at home, but the slow cooker comes with us! -Julie Butsch, Hartland, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 4h30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine the brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar and mustard; add to meat mixture. Stir in the beans. Cover and cook on low until heated through, 4-5 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 808mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
GRANDMA'S CALICO BEANS
Similar to other Calico Bean recipes but this one is straight from Grandma's cookbook. Great for summer picnics.
Provided by Pam in Pitt
Categories Beans
Time 44m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Fry and brown first 3 ingredients (Beef, Bacon & onion).
- Mix remaining ingredients with fried mix in glass casserole dish.
- Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.1, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 40.9, Sodium 1002.2, Carbohydrate 52.4, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 24.6, Protein 18
Tips:
- Rinse the beans thoroughly before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris, and it will also help to prevent the beans from becoming too mushy.
- Use a slow cooker or a Dutch oven to cook the beans. This will help to ensure that the beans are cooked evenly and that they retain their flavor.
- Add the salt and pepper to the beans towards the end of the cooking time. This will help to prevent the beans from becoming tough.
- Serve the beans with your favorite sides, such as cornbread, coleslaw, or potato salad.
Conclusion:
Calico beans are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins, and they can be easily customized to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you like them sweet, savory, or spicy, there is a calico bean recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give calico beans a try. You won't be disappointed!
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