Best 7 Light Three Bean Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our versatile Three-Bean Casserole recipes, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From the classic comfort food version to its vegan and gluten-free variations, these recipes cater to diverse dietary preferences and cooking styles. Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore the hearty combination of beans, tender vegetables, and savory sauces in each recipe. Prepare to be amazed by the symphony of textures and flavors that await you in this versatile casserole dish.

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

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

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.

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 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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This is a low fat, high fiber, high in flavor quick and easy casserole. May be served hot or cold. Great for barbecues, family picnics and potlucks.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can lima beans
1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans
6 slices turkey bacon (you can use regular bacon)
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 small onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
2/3 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons molasses
1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard

Steps:

  • Put lima, black and kidney beans in a colander and rinse under cold water; set aside to drain.
  • Cook bacon according to package directions,until crisp; crumble and sit aside.
  • In a mediun saucepan, heatoil over low heat.
  • Add onions and cook, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes.
  • Add ketchup,vinegar,molasses and mustard and stir together well.
  • Add 1 Cup WATER.
  • Add the beans and bacon.
  • Bring to simmer, cover and cook over low heat for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.8, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 18.9, Sodium 978.2, Carbohydrate 76.8, Fiber 18.9, Sugar 16.3, Protein 24.7

HEARTY BEAN CASSEROLE



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This is an easy recipe to throw together for a hearty meal, and it's perfect to take to a potluck. It has a tangy sweet-and-sour flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/4 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (16 ounces) pork and beans, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the onion, green pepper and garlic; cook until tender. Stir in all of the beans. , Combine the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper; add to bean mixture and mix well. Pour into a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Top with bacon. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

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:

  • Use canned beans for convenience: Canned beans are already cooked and ready to use, saving you time and effort. You can also use dried beans, but you will need to soak them overnight and cook them before using.
  • Choose your beans wisely: There are many different types of beans available, so choose the ones that you like best. Some popular options include black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables: The recipe calls for green bell pepper, onion, and celery, but you can add any vegetables that you like. Some other good options include carrots, corn, and tomatoes.
  • Use a variety of spices: The recipe calls for chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder, but you can add any spices that you like. Some other good options include paprika, cayenne pepper, and oregano.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: The recipe suggests serving the casserole with sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro, but you can add any toppings that you like. Some other good options include salsa, guacamole, and hot sauce.

Conclusion:

Three-bean casserole is a delicious, hearty and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans and vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious meal that the whole family will love.

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