Mom's Calico Beans

Discover the hearty, crowd-pleasing comfort of Mom's Calico Beans—a savory-sweet baked bean casserole that's perfect for gatherings or as a satisfying family meal. This recipe combines hearty ground beef, crispy bacon, and a vibrant medley of beans—kidney, butter, pinto, and baked—all drenched in a tangy homemade sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and mustard. Quick to prepare and baked to bubbling perfection, this dish offers an irresistible balance of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors. Whether served as a main course or an unforgettable side, Mom's Calico Beans is a versatile classic that guarantees second helpings every time. Ideal for potlucks, barbecues, and weeknight dinners, this comforting recipe will quickly become a staple at your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 pound Bacon
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 15 ounces Kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces Butter beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces Pinto beans, undrained
• 28 ounces Baked beans, undrained
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel to drain, then crumble it and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, about 7–10 minutes. Drain excess fat.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the kidney beans, butter beans, pinto beans, and baked beans.

Step 5

Add the cooked ground beef, onion, and crumbled bacon to the bowl, and mix thoroughly.

Step 6

In a separate small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, salt, and pepper to create the sauce.

Step 7

Pour the sauce over the bean mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture to a large casserole dish or Dutch oven.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, for 45 minutes, or until the mixture is heated through and bubbling.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy as a main dish or a side dish. Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3498.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5813.1

Total Fat 248.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 27.7g
Cholesterol 750.1mg	0%
Sodium 15839.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 584.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 91.7g	0%
Total Sugars 267.6g
Protein 333.9g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 913.6mg	0%
Iron 42.5mg	0%
Potassium 10112.2mg	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: 37.8%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 39.6%