Calico Beans Recipe
Mom's recipe! A variety of beans slow-roasted with ground beef, bacon, onions and select spices
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Ingredients
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Beans
Meat and Vegetables
Spices and Condiments
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak the Beans
Soak the pinto, kidney, black, and garbanzo beans in water overnight. Drain and rinse before cooking.
- 2
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. Crumble and set aside.
- 3
Cook the Ground Beef
In the same skillet, add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- 4
Cooking
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a large slow cooker, combine the soaked beans, cooked ground beef, crumbled bacon, and sautéed onion.
- 6
Add Spices and Condiments
Stir in brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 7
Cook on Low
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the beans are tender and flavors meld.