Aunt Charolette's Calico Baked Beans Recipe

Fall in love with these easy and irresistible calico baked beans! A potluck sensation, these beans are so good, even baked bean skeptics will be asking for the recipe. Aunt Charlotte's secret recipe delivers a hearty, flavorful dish perfect for family gatherings or your next barbecue. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 110 mins
Calories 332 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 5.0 (9 Reviews)
Aunt Charolette's Calico Baked Beans 106

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Ingredients for Aunt Charolette's Calico Baked Beans

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How to Make Aunt Charolette's Calico Baked Beans

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Drain any remaining grease from the skillet.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the browned beef and onion mixture with the remaining ingredients: 2 (15-ounce) cans of baked beans (in sauce), 1 (15-ounce) can of kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15-ounce) can of pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup molasses, 2 tablespoons mustard, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Bake uncovered at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

78g

Fat

27g

Carbs

10g