**Taste of Home Cowboy Beans: A hearty and flavorful dish for any occasion.**
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of the Wild West with our collection of Taste of Home Cowboy Beans recipes. These hearty and versatile dishes are packed with tender beans, savory spices, and smoky bacon, making them perfect for casual gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner. Whether you prefer a classic cowboy beans recipe cooked in a slow cooker or a zesty version with a kick of jalapeños, our selection has something for every taste. Dive into the rich history and bold flavors of the American frontier with these delicious cowboy beans recipes, sure to satisfy your cravings for authentic and comforting home cooking.
**Recipes Included:**
1. **Classic Cowboy Beans:**
This traditional cowboy beans recipe is made with simple ingredients like pinto beans, ground beef, bacon, and a blend of aromatic spices. Slow-cooked to perfection, these beans are tender, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying.
2. **Smoky Jalapeño Cowboy Beans:**
Add a touch of heat to your cowboy beans with this recipe featuring diced jalapeños and a hint of cayenne pepper. The smoky flavor from the bacon and the spicy kick from the jalapeños create a delicious and balanced dish.
3. **Three-Bean Cowboy Beans:**
For a more colorful and nutritious take on cowboy beans, this recipe combines pinto beans, black beans, and kidney beans. With a slightly thicker consistency and a variety of textures, these beans are a delightful side dish or a hearty main course.
4. **Vegetarian Cowboy Beans:**
This meatless version of cowboy beans is packed with protein and flavor. Black beans, corn, and bell peppers are simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce, creating a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.
5. **Dutch Oven Cowboy Beans:**
Take your cowboy beans camping or on your next outdoor adventure with this Dutch oven recipe. Cooked over an open fire, these beans develop a rich and smoky flavor that is sure to impress your fellow campers.
6. **Instant Pot Cowboy Beans:**
For a quick and easy weeknight meal, try this Instant Pot cowboy beans recipe. With the help of your pressure cooker, you can have a delicious and comforting pot of beans ready in a fraction of the time.
SPICY COWBOY BEANS
These spicy cowboy beans are a perfect contribution to a potluck buffet any time of year. Instead of hours on the stove, they cook quickly in the pressure cooker and there's no need to pre-soak the beans. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h55m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Select saute or browning setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker; adjust for medium heat. Cook bacon until crisp, 4-5 minutes. Add onion and garlic; cook until tender, 5-6 minutes longer. Add broth to pressure cooker. Cook 30 seconds, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Press cancel., Add water, soup mix, tomatoes and green chiles, tomato sauce, poblano pepper, brown sugar and taco seasoning. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 90 minutes. Let pressure release naturally., If desired, select saute setting and adjust for low heat. Simmer, stirring constantly, until desired consistency. Press cancel. Serve with toppings of your choice. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled bean mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 1823mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 21g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
COWBOY BAKE BEANS
All our friends love this dish...it tastes so good with ground beef and a blend of different beans. Brown sugar and mustard are a nice accent to the tomato paste.-Linda Biggs, Canfield, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h50m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In an ovenproof Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/2 hours or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 964mg sodium, Carbohydrate 70g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
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.
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.
COWBOY STEW
I made up this dish back in the early 1970s when I was down to very little food in the house. Since it's combination of barbecue sauce, hamburger, hot dogs and beans, this one-skillet meal makes both children and adults happy.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 11 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-6 minutes or until flavors are blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
Tips:
- To add more flavor, use beef or chicken broth instead of water.
- Add a can of diced tomatoes for a more robust flavor.
- If you like spicy food, add a teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
- For a smoky flavor, add a teaspoon of liquid smoke.
- Serve cowboy beans with cornbread, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Conclusion:
Cowboy beans are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up leftover chili or beans, and they can also be made with fresh ingredients. With a few simple tips, you can make cowboy beans that are sure to please everyone at your table.
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