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calico beans

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Recipe by
Francine Lizotte
@ClubFoody
Surrey South, BC

Very easy to make, this tasty recipe is perfect for pairing with grilled foods at your next family barbecue.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For calico beans

  • 6 slice
    bacon, cut into small pieces
  • 1 c
    yellow onions, chopped
  • 1/2 c
    celery, chopped
  • 1/2 c
    red peppers, chopped
  • 1 1/2 lb
    lean ground beef
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste (I always use mixed peppercorns)
  • 2 lg
    cloves garlic, pressed
  • 1 can
    Bush's maple & cured bacon hickory baked beans (28 oz.)
  • 1 can
    kidney beans, drained and rinsed (15.5 oz.)
  • 1 can
    lima beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz.)
  • 1/2 c
    brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 c
    ketchup
  • 1/4 c
    Kansas City BBQ sauce
  • 1 Tbsp
    prepared yellow mustard
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    white vinegar

How To Make calico beans

  • 1
    In a large pot, add bacon, turn the heat on medium, and cook until crispy, about 10 to 12 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, scoop it up into a bowl and set aside.
  • 2
    To the pot, add onions and celery; sauté for 5 minutes.
  • 3
    Add red peppers and sauté for 2 minutes.
  • 4
    Add ground beef and break it down into small pieces; season with freshly ground black pepper. Sauté until halfway done before adding pressed garlic; cook until no longer pink.
  • 5
    Cook an extra 5 minutes or until the fat is almost gone.
  • 6
    Add the remaining ingredients and return the cooked bacon to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 45 minutes, stirring often.
  • 7
    Five minutes before time is up, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • 8
    To view this amazing side dish recipe on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/SuFCF2l1XrI
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