I followed the lead of cooks of the Old Western cattle ranges to come up with these savory beans. Sweet and smoky, they’re made extra hearty by adding sausage.—Nancy Moore, Bucklin, Kansas
Preparing Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Served Person: 24
white meat free tree nut free nut free gluten free contains red meat shellfish free dairy free
1 medium onion chopped
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans rinsed and drained
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup spicy brown mustard
2 cans (28 ounces each) baked beans
3 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans rinsed and drained
Directions
In a greased 6-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until heated through.
Yield: 24 servings (2/3 cup each).
Originally published as Chuck Wagon Beans in Country Woman April/May 2011, p29