Easy Ham and Bean Casserole
Try this easy ham and bean casserole for a tasty and satisfying meal. It's versatile and can be made with or without ham.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups cubed cooked ham
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 16- ounce can pinto beans, drained (or kidney beans)
- 1 16- ounce can lima beans, drained
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or cider vinegar
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350 F.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ham to the skillet and sauté until lightly browned. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Remove the ham to a plate and set aside.
- Add the onion to the skillet and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute longer.
- Add the brown sugar, mustard, beans, ketchup, and vinegar to the pan. Stir to blend and bring to a simmer.
- Transfer the beans to a 1 1/2-quart baking dish and arrange the browned ham over the top.
- Cover the pan tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Serve the beans with cornbread, biscuits, or crusty French bread.
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