Slow Cooker Calico Beans

We have lots of traditions in our family. One of them is Calico Beans. Every 6 months, when our church holds General Conference, we make Calico Beans. General Conference is when everyone in the world attends church at the same time and it’s broadcast on TV. We love it because it’s an excuse to attend church in our PJs.  Some people make Cinnamon Rolls, some make a special breakfast, but our family has beans. Because they are so delicious! Plus, they are easy to make and can feed a crowd with no problem! We got this recipe from my husband’s mom. They ate it all the time growing up. And let me tell you, there’s a reason this recipe has been around for so long.

If you’re wondering what they taste like, the best way that I can describe them is sweet baked beans. These are so delicious paired with some rolls on a chilly afternoon!

Slow Cooker Calico Beans

1 lb Bacon (cooked and crumbled)
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, diced
1 can garbanzo beans
2 cans pork and beans
1 can great northern beans
1 can kidney beans
1/2 C ketchup
3/4 C brown sugar
2 tsp vinegar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp mustard

In a skillet, cook the ground beef and onion together until the beef is browned and the onion is cooked through. Meanwhile, in a slow cooker, mix the remaining ingredients. Add ground beef and onion and mix well. Cook on low at least 4-6 hours.

Here, have a bite!