Slow Cooker Three-Bean Casserole

 

1

lb bulk pork sausage

2

medium stalks celery, sliced (1 cup)

1

medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)

1

large clove garlic, finely chopped

2

cans (21 oz each) baked beans (any variety)

1

can (15 to 16 ounces) lima or butter beans, drained

1

can (15 to 16 ounces) kidney beans, drained

1

can (8 oz) tomato sauce

1

tablespoon ground mustard

2

tablespoons honey or packed brown sugar

1

tablespoon white or cider vinegar

1/4

teaspoon red pepper sauce

• 1 Heat oven to 400°F.
• 2 In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage, celery, onion and garlic over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.
• 3 Mix sausage mixture and remaining ingredients in ungreased 3-quart casserole. Bake uncovered about 45 minutes, stirring once, until hot and bubbly.