Slow-Cooker Three-Bean Beer Pot

This robust version of baked beans is prepared in the slow cooker. MORE+ LESS-

By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Updated October 13, 2010

Ingredients

slices uncooked bacon, cut into small pieces

cup chopped onion (about 1 large)

cup barbecue sauce

3/4

cup regular or nonalcoholic dark beer

1/4

cup packed brown sugar

cans (15 oz each) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed

cans (15 oz each) pinto beans, drained

can (19 oz) Progresso™ cannellini beans, drained

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1

In 10-inch skillet, cook bacon and onion over medium heat 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bacon is crisp; drain.
2

Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, place bacon mixture and remaining ingredients; mix well.
3

Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours.

Use your favorite barbecue sauce in this recipe or experiment with a new one.
For added convenience, look for bags of frozen chopped onions near the other frozen veggies.