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

Riley Assur
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I'm curious to try this recipe. It's something I've never had before.


Md Sifat Islam
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This recipe is on my list to try. It looks amazing.


Riyaj Hossin
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!


Nick Gorret
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This recipe is a must-try for any bean lover.


Syed Adeel
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Pintu Chaudhary
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I always have the ingredients on hand.


Estykemy Space
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce is amazing and the beans are cooked perfectly.


Prem Ruchal
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This recipe is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use canned beans and ham.


Qaimdin Dars
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Kantar Chambugong
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This is a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a cold winter night.


md salehahmod
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I've never had calico beans before, but this recipe was a great introduction. I'll definitely be making it again.


Dambar Rai
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham. I also like to add some diced potatoes.


cxldhearted.mister
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my beans turned out mushy. I followed the recipe exactly.


Mamie Coopwood
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Definitely a 5-star recipe. I highly recommend it.


Aaron Torres
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Yum!


Wanetta
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


one shot ff OP
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This dish is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of brown sugar next time.


flower “snowflakethesnowowly” Gamming
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Not a fan of calico beans, but this recipe changed my mind! The sauce is flavorful and the beans are cooked perfectly.


Dana Bergman
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Easy and delicious! I used canned beans and ham, and it still turned out great. Will definitely make again.


Alvin Mahtab
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham and beans. I also added some diced carrots and celery for extra flavor. My family loved it!