Fabulous Four Bean Bake

Packed with bold, tangy flavors and a hearty medley of textures, the Fabulous Four Bean Bake is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for potlucks, barbecues, or weeknight dinners. This vibrant casserole combines kidney beans, black beans, butter beans, and great northern beans, all coated in a rich, smoky sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a dash of smoked paprika. Sautéed onions and garlic infuse the dish with savory depth, while a quick bake in the oven lets the sauce thicken and caramelize for a delectable finish. Ready in under an hour and perfect for serving six, this plant-based, protein-packed recipe is as easy to make as it is satisfying. Whether served as a stand-alone vegetarian dish or a hearty side, it’s sure to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 87/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) canned kidney beans
• 1 can (15 oz) canned black beans
• 1 can (15 oz) canned butter beans
• 1 can (15 oz) canned great northern beans
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup, packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Drain and rinse all four types of beans (kidney beans, black beans, butter beans, and great northern beans). Set them aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 7

Add the cooked onion and garlic mixture to the bowl of sauce and stir to combine.

Step 8

In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the drained beans with the sauce mixture, ensuring every bean is well-coated.

Step 9

Pour the bean mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 10

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the top to caramelize slightly.

Step 12

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Fabulous Four Bean Bake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2040.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2577.9

Total Fat 23.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6805.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 466.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 120.5g	0%
Total Sugars 76.5g
Protein 141.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 916.3mg	0%
Iron 44.1mg	0%
Potassium 7507.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 7.9%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 70.7%