Mixed Beans and More

A trio of beans is mixed with andouille sausage and ground beef to create this hearty dish that will keep you warm on a cold winter night.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 4 hr 35 mins
• Total Time: 4 hr 50 mins
• Calories: 574 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup corn
• 2 cloves cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 pound andouille sausage, chopped
• 0.75 cup salsa
• 1.5 cups dried black beans, rinsed
• 1.5 cups dried pinto beans, rinsed
• 1.5 cups dried kidney beans, rinsed
• 0.75 cup tomato-based chili sauce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cook on High for at least 4 hours, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and ground black pepper.

Step 2

Place black beans, pinto beans, and kidney beans in a large pot and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand for at least 12 hours.

Step 3

Bring beans and water to a boil in the large pot; cook until beans are tender and heated through, about 30 minutes. Drain beans and set aside.

Step 4

Cook and stir sausage, beef, onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until meat is browned and crumbly, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard fat.

Step 5

Place beans, sausage mixture, corn, water, salsa, chili sauce, and vinegar into a slow cooker; stir until combined.