Take this pizza-inspired dish to your next party. It makes an amazing side, or you can enjoy a larger serving alongside a fresh green salad for a delicious entree. It can even be made the day before and reheated. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Pizza Beans
Can you freeze Pizza Beans?
Freeze cooled beans in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little water or broth if necessary.
Pizza Beans Tips
How can I make this recipe without a slow cooker?
If you don't have a slow cooker, these pizza beans can be made in the oven. Bake at 325°F until bubbly, or for about 1-1/2 hours.Pizza Beans
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
6 hours
Yield
20 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound bulk Italian sausage
- 2 cups chopped celery
- 2 cups chopped onion
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut green beans, drained
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut wax beans, drained
- 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) pork and beans
- 3 cans (8 ounces each) pizza sauce
- Optional toppings: Grated Parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper flakes and minced fresh oregano or basil
Directions
- In a large skillet, brown sausage over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles, until no longer pink. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker with a slotted spoon. Add celery and onion to skillet; cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Drain. Add celery mixture and the next 6 ingredients to slow cooker; mix well.
Cover and cook on low until bubbly, 6-8 hours. If desired, serve with toppings.
Nutrition Facts
3/4 cup: 142 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 542mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 7g protein.
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