Mom’s Calico Beans Recipe
Description: Treat yourself and your loved ones to the comforting flavors of Mom’s Calico Beans. This hearty dish, perfect for potlucks or cozy winter dinners, is a wholesome blend of pork, beans, and savory spices. Whether prepared on the stove-top or in the oven, this recipe promises a satisfying meal that’s both easy to make and delicious to eat.
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Pork, Beans, Meat, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Potluck, Winter, Oven, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1/4 – 1/2 | pound bacon |
| 1 | pound ground beef |
| 1/2 | onion, chopped |
| 1/2 | cup brown sugar |
| 1/2 | cup ketchup |
| 2 | tablespoons vinegar |
| 1 | tablespoon prepared mustard |
| 1 | teaspoon salt |
| 1 | can lima beans, drained |
| 2 | cans kidney beans, drained |
Instructions:
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Fry and Dice Bacon: In a large kettle, fry the bacon until crispy. Once done, dice it into small pieces, and set aside. This step adds a delicious smoky flavor to the dish.
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Brown Ground Beef and Onion: In the same kettle, brown the ground beef along with the chopped onion until they are cooked through and fragrant. This forms the flavorful base of the beans.
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Combine Ingredients: To the kettle, add the remaining ingredients including the brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, prepared mustard, salt, lima beans, kidney beans, and the previously cooked bacon. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly. Bake uncovered for 1-1/2 to 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together and the beans to soften to perfection.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once done, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve your Mom’s Calico Beans hot, paired with a slice of fresh, buttered bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Additional Tips: If you prefer a thicker consistency, consider draining one of the cans of kidney beans before adding them to the mixture. Additionally, this recipe can also be prepared in a crockpot for added convenience, although the oven-baked version is highly recommended for the best flavor and texture.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 979
- Fat Content: 34.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 12.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 110.3mg
- Sodium Content: 2999.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 121.5g
- Fiber Content: 24.4g
- Sugar Content: 38.2g
- Protein Content: 51g
Whether enjoyed as a hearty weeknight dinner or shared at gatherings with friends and family, Mom’s Calico Beans are sure to be a hit. Embrace the warmth and comfort of this timeless recipe, and savor each flavorful bite.
