Hot Five Bean Salad

By Bill Hicks • Salad Dressings, Seasonings, Rubs & Spices, Salads & Side Dishes

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Prep Time

min

Cook Time

min

Servings

8 servings

Difficulty

Created

Jun 18, 2025 at 1:16 PM

Last Updated

Jun 18, 2025 at 6:56 PM

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Ingredients

1 Pound bacon
2/3 Cup white sugar
2 Tablespoons cornstarch
1 1/2 Teaspoons salt
1 Pinch ground black pepper
3/4 Cup distilled balsamic vinegar
1/2 Cup water
1 (15 oz) Can black beans, rinsed & drained
1 (15 oz) Can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 oz) Can green beans, drained
1 (14 1/2 oz) Can wax beans, drained
1 (15 oz) Can garbanzo beans, drained

Instructions

Cut bacon into small pieces using kitchen shears, and place in a large skillet. Cook, turning frequently, over medium high heat until evenly browned. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup drippings. Set bacon aside.
Return reserved drippings to skillet. Mix together sugar, cornstarch, and salt and pepper; blend into drippings. Stir in vinegar and water; cook and stir until boiling. Stir in drained beans. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Turn bean mixture into serving dish. Crumble bacon over beans.
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