Calico Bean Casserole Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Dec 08, 2003

This is an excellent main dish. In my opinion, it is not a side dish as I saw someone else thought it should be used for. But, I do make it a bit different and don't know if it's better because of the changes. I fry the bacon seperate from the ground beef and cook it until crisp, but not burnt. Then I brown the ground beef. It will take longer then cooking them together, but recipe is very good when the bacon is cooked crisp. I also mix the brown sugar (1 C) with the ketchup to form a sauce. I then mix all the ingredients. I also do not use mustard or vinegar and it is always a huge hit! I saw some commented that they disliked the butter beans. Although I like the butter beans I always try to find baby butter beans since there not so big. Really much better in this dish then regular butter beans.

—Jennifer P

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Apr 05, 2007

I have this recipe from a church cookbook that is really good, the only differance is to use only 1/2 c. brown sugar & instead of baked beans use a can of chili beans that will make a differance in the sweetness

—Amy F.

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Aug 27, 2008

Wow, awesome recipe. I made this for a BBQ I went to and everyone wanted the recipe. I used 2 cans of baked beans in chile sauce which I did not drain. I drained the two other cans of beans, one was kidney, one was pinto. I used a pound of bacon, fried it crisp and crumbled it into the beans when everything was mixed. In the bacon grease, I sauteed 1/2 cup onion, 1/2 cup green pepper, and 1/2 cup red pepper. My family loved it and I am making it for the third time in two weeks. My older sons fought over who was taking the little bit of leftovers home. You have to try it!! Easy and delicious.

—Mary Ann

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Jan 08, 2007

I have a very similar recipe that I have been making for years. It was given to me by a friend. It is the best potluck/barbeque recipe! Everyone loves it. I usually use this instead of traditional baked beans. It is a meal in itself. Very good in a crock pot too, however I still like to cook it mostly in the oven then finish in a crock pot for potlucks. The taste is better in the oven.

—RSPPSMETZLER

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Nov 02, 2007

Great recipe, however you don't need to use nearly that much sugar. Also drain your kidney and butter beans slightly or you will have too much liquid. BBQ beans work great in place of baked beans with pork...something I can't find here in Africa. Make extra and freeze, you will be glad you did.

—Africanmom

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Sep 28, 2007

This is a great recipe.... can also be made in a crock pot (cook approx 4-6 hours on high) instead of being baked. Provides a great aroma through-out the house all day!

—Puzzler

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Aug 09, 2007

i also add to this recipe cut up red and green pepper and I use what ever beans I have in the cabinet. I have made it with ground turkey and turkey bacon before and it came out just as good. I have made this recipe for years for hunting camp and picnics and it always disappears even if people swear they don't like beans!!!!

—luv2cook

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Jan 05, 2008

I only had 1/3 cup of brown sugar and I forgot to put in the mustard, but this dish still turned out very good. I drained my beans for a thicker consistency and served it as a main dish with cornbread.

—cheddabizcuit

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Nutrition

Calories
617 kcal
31%

Carbohydrates
69.2 g
22%

Cholesterol
75 mg
25%

Fat
26.1 g
40%

Fiber
10 g
40%

Protein
27.6 g
55%

Sodium
1089 mg
44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Calico Bean Casserole

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 617
Calories from Fat: 235

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.1g 40 %
** Saturated Fat 9.5g 48 %
** Cholesterol 75mg 25 %
Sodium 1089mg 44 %
** Potassium 566mg 16 %
Total Carbohydrates 69.2g 22 %
Dietary Fiber 10g 40 %
Protein 27.6g 55 %
** Sugars 38.8g
Vitamin A 4 %
Vitamin C 10 %
Calcium 16 %
Iron 49 %
** Thiamin 24 %
** Niacin 67 %
** Vitamin B6 21 %
** Magnesium 17 %
** Folate 9 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.