Calico Beans (Oven-Baked Recipe)

Calico Beans (Oven-Baked Recipe)

These Calico beans are guaranteed to satisfy! They're packed with ground beef, bacon, pork and beans, lima beans, and kidney beans. Brown sugar gives them a sweet touch.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup bacon

    chopped

  • 1 can pork and beans

    15-ounce

  • 1 can kidney beans

    drained, 15-ounce

  • 1 can butter beans

    15-ounce

  • 1 can lima beans

    drained, 15-ounce

  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

  2. 2

    Add the ground beef and bacon to a deep skillet. Cook it over medium-high heat until the bacon is cooked and the ground beef is evenly brown with no pink left.

  3. 3

    Drain the skillet. Transfer the beef and bacon to a 4-quart casserole dish.

  4. 4

    Add all of the remaining ingredients to the casserole dish. Mix thoroughly.

  5. 5

    Cover the casserole dish and bake in the oven for about 1 hour. The beans will be bubbly and warm throughout when ready.

Calico Beans (Oven-Baked Recipe)

Calico Beans (Oven-Baked Recipe)

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About this Recipe

Craving a hearty, comforting dish that brings everyone to the table? These Calico Beans, oven-baked to perfection, are a true crowd-pleaser that balances sweet and savory flavors, making them an ideal choice for any gathering or family meal.

What makes these Calico Beans so satisfying is the incredible combination of three distinct beans—pork and beans, kidney beans, and lima beans—layered with savory ground beef and crispy bacon. The secret to their irresistible depth lies in the sweet tang of brown sugar, rich BBQ sauce, and a hint of apple cider vinegar, creating a robust profile that's anything but ordinary and always hits the spot.

Prepare yourself for a bowl of rich, deeply flavored beans, tender from a long, slow bake in the oven. Each spoonful offers a delightful mix of textures, from the creamy lima beans to the firmer kidney beans, all studded with hearty ground beef and savory bits of bacon. The sweetness from the brown sugar is perfectly balanced by the sharp notes of apple cider vinegar and a subtle kick from mustard powder, making this a truly memorable dish. It's an easy-to-make, substantial side or main dish that feels both classic and special, offering deep, comforting flavors you'll love.

For customization, you can adjust the sweetness by slightly reducing the brown sugar or swapping in a different BBQ sauce that suits your preference. For a varied bean profile, consider adding great northern beans or navy beans instead of butter beans. While bacon is a key flavor, you could experiment with a different smoked meat like ham if preferred.

This oven-baked Calico Beans recipe is the ultimate companion for backyard barbecues, potlucks, or a comforting family dinner on a cool evening. Serve it alongside grilled meats, cornbread, or as a standalone meal for a complete and satisfying plate.

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