MIXED BEAN POT

1/2 lb lean ground beef

1 small onion, chopped
8 bacon strips, chopped
1 can pinto beans, do not drain
1 can butter beans, rinsed and drained, reserving 1/4 cup liquid
1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tbsp molasses
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar

Brown ground beef, onion, and bacon in medium saucepan over high heat.  Stir in the beans and liquid; set aside.

In a medium bowl combine the ketchup, molasses, and mustard; mix in the sugars.  Stir the ketchup mixture into the beef mixture and mix well.  Transfer to the slow cooker or crock-pot.  Place lid on cooker and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours or until heated through.

Serves 6 to 8.

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