Slow Cooker Calico Beans

A hearty and flavorful mix of ground beef, bacon, and three types of beans slow-cooked in a sweet and tangy sauce. This comfort food classic combines brown sugar, ketchup, and seasonings for a delicious barbecue-style dish.

8 servings
8 hr

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef, browned and drained
  • 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 6 cups cooked mixed beans
  • 1 drained
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 drained

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Combine all ingredients in a large slow cooker, and stir gently until combined. Cook on low for at least 4 hours and up to 8 hours.

    480 min