**Three-Bean Casserole: A Wholesome and Flavorful Dish**
The hearty and comforting dish of three-bean casserole has been a staple of many kitchens for generations. This classic casserole combines the goodness of three types of beans – typically kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans – with a creamy sauce, savory vegetables, and a crispy topping. The beans provide a rich source of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, while the vegetables add flavor, texture, and vitamins. The casserole is often finished with a layer of crispy fried onions or crushed crackers, adding an extra layer of crunch and flavor. With its combination of wholesome ingredients and delicious flavors, three-bean casserole is a satisfying and economical dish that's perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or casual gatherings. This article presents a collection of three-bean casserole recipes, each offering a unique take on this classic dish. From traditional to vegetarian, and even a slow-cooker version, there's a recipe here to suit every taste and occasion. Get ready to experience the comforting goodness of three-bean casserole in all its variations!
**Recipes Included:**
1. **Classic Three-Bean Casserole:** This recipe stays true to the traditional three-bean casserole, using a combination of kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans. With a creamy sauce made from condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, and seasonings, this casserole is simple to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.
2. **Vegetarian Three-Bean Casserole:** For a meat-free option, this recipe swaps out the ground beef for a blend of vegetables, including diced bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots. The creamy sauce is made with a combination of vegetable broth, non-dairy milk, and nutritional yeast, providing a rich and flavorful base for the casserole.
3. **Slow-Cooker Three-Bean Casserole:** This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks, as it can be prepared in a slow cooker. Simply combine all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it cook on low for several hours. The result is a tender and flavorful casserole that's ready to serve whenever you are.
THREE BEAN POTLUCK CASSEROLE
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 CROCK POT CASSEROLE
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
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.
ITALIAN THREE BEAN AND SAUSAGE CASSEROLE
Spicy pork sausage gives this hearty casserole a kick, making it the perfect, flavorful dish to bring to any potluck or large gathering.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage, bell pepper, onion and garlic over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.
- In ungreased 3-quart casserole, mix sausage mixture and remaining ingredients. Bake uncovered about 45 minutes, stirring once, until hot and bubbly. Garnish with additional basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 70 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 17 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1230 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g
INSTANT POT THREE BEAN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Turn the Instant Pot the SAUTE setting and add the olive oil, diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and yellow onion and cook until soft.
- Turn off the saute setting by pushing the CANCEL/KEEP WARM button and add the enchilada sauce, taco seasoning, rice, water and zucchini. DO NOT MIX the water and enchilada sauce. Place the lid on the Instant pot, turn the knob to sealing, press the MANUAL
- or PRESSURE COOK button and set the cook time for 4 minutes. After it has completed cooking, turn the knob to VENTING for a QUICK RELEASE.
- Once all the pressure is out, remove the lid and add the black beans, white beans, pinto beans, and corn. Stir until well combined. Add your cilantro, cheese and fold until well combined. Sprinkle your tortilla chips on top.
- Serve with all your favorite enchilada toppings as desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1044 kcal, Fat 59 g, SaturatedFat 26 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 4246 mg, Carbohydrate 87 g, Sugar 21 g, Protein 35 mg
THREE-INGREDIENT GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE
I make this every Thanksgiving. It always goes over well and it is so easy.
Provided by hs614
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Green Bean Casserole Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- Fry bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels. In a large bowl, stir together the green beans and salad dressing; pour into the prepared dish. Crumble bacon over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 635.9 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
THREE BEAN CASSEROLE
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
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!
LIGHT THREE-BEAN CASSEROLE
"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
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
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
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
THREE-CHEESE GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE
Eat beans for health. Why this recipe is good for you: Risk of colon cancer decreases when you eat lots of green vegetables, many studies have shown.
Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Green Bean Casserole Recipes
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cook frozen beans per package directions; drain.
- In a blender, mix cottage cheese and chevre. Combine beans, cheese mixture and almonds; turn into a 2-quart casserole. Top with Parmesan and pepper.
- Bake 20 minutes, then brown under broiler 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 12.9 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 185.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
THREE BEAN CASSEROLE
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Saute the onion, celery and garlic first. Mix in crockpot, low for 6 - 8 hours
Tips:
- Soak the beans overnight: This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
- Use a variety of beans: This will give your casserole a more complex flavor and texture.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings: There are many different ways to flavor a three-bean casserole, so feel free to add your own personal touch.
- Serve the casserole with your favorite sides: Three-bean casserole is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Three-bean casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans. With its simple ingredients and customizable flavor, three-bean casserole is a dish that everyone will enjoy.
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