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aunt ethel's calico beans

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Kathie Carr
North Liberty, IN

This recipe was among my Mom's handwritten recipes. It is an old one and got a lot of use at family gatherings.

(2 ratings)
yield 10 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min

Ingredients For aunt ethel's calico beans

  • 1 lb
    lean ground beef
  • 1 c
    finely diced onion
  • 1/2 lb
    bacon, cut in bite sized pieces
  • 1 can
    (15 ounces) pork and beans
  • 1 can
    (15 ounces) butter beans, drained
  • 1 can
    (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained
  • 1 c
    brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/2 c
    catsup
  • 1 Tbsp
    apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp
    dry mustard
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt

How To Make aunt ethel's calico beans

  • 1
    Brown beef and onion in a large, deep skillet. Drain. Add bacon and cook until bacon is done but not crisp. Do not drain. Add remaining ingredients, mix well, and cook, uncovered, on low heat, at a simmer for about 30 minutes. Stir frequently. Serve hot.

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