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sweet and sour beans

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Carolyn Haas
Whitewater, WI

A recipe adapted from an Amish cookbook that is reminiscent of its German origins. Make sure to use a variety of beans. If cutting the recipe for a smaller amount, still try to use several kinds of beans.

(1 rating)
yield 10 -12
prep time 20 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Bake

Ingredients For sweet and sour beans

  • 8 slice
    bacon
  • 2 sm
    onions, chopped
  • 1/2 c
    brown sugar (less would be ok - you can always add more later.)
  • 1 tsp
    salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp
    dry mustard
  • 1/4 tsp
    garlic powder (more if using fresh garlic)
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    cider vinegar, to start
  • 2 can
    green beans
  • 1 can
    yellow beans
  • 1 can
    red beans
  • 1 can
    navy beans
  • 1 can
    pork and beans

How To Make sweet and sour beans

  • 1
    Fry bacon and onions, drain fat. Crumble bacon. Add other ingredients except beans. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • 2
    Add beans using several different varieties. As long as there are about 5x15 ounce cans or 5 pints total.
  • 3
    Bake at 350ºF for an hour or in a slow cooker for 3-4 hours. Add about 1/2 cup water if using slow cooker method. Check occasionally to see if you need to add more water.
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