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Clays Famous Three Bean Casserole

Published: Oct 5, 2018 · Modified: Jul 1, 2025 by Wendi Spraker · This post may contain affiliate links · 10 Comments

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Clays Famous Three Bean Casserole

This is a perfect and wonderful three bean baked bean casserole is simply perfect! I can say that about Clays Famous Three Bean Casserole because, I didn't actually come up with it!

Clay is the son of a friend of mine and he is about 23 years old. He is a truly wonderful person. Like me, he LOVES to cook.

A close up of Clay's Famous Three Bean Casserole
Hello Beans!

We often have a lot to talk about in that regard. Clay shared this recipe with me saying, “It is so simple and it is REALLY GOOD!”

Although I might have just a FEW other Baked Bean Recipes on Loaves and Dishes, yeah, a few. This one is the one that most of the fam asks for every time.

The beans ready for Clay's Three Bean Casserole
The beans!Photo Credit:  Christine Rooney

The good news? You can whip this up in about 10 minutes!! So, try some, TODAY! You probably have everything you need right in your pantry!

On another note, you are probably wondering about other Baked Bean type recipes, right? HERE is a post about some SUPER delicious baked beans that are kicky and spicy with all the secrets of delicious baked beans.

A photo of the onions being browned for Clays Three Bean Casserole
Browing the onions   Photo Credit:  Christine Rooney

I know some of you are having some questions about these Baked Three Bean Casserole and I'm here to answer them for you.

HOW LONG IS CLAYS THREE BEAN CASSEROLE GOOD FOR?

Contents show
1 HOW LONG IS CLAYS THREE BEAN CASSEROLE GOOD FOR?
2 HOW LONG CAN CLAYS THREE BEAN CASSEROLE SIT OUT FOR?
3 WHAT CAN I SERVE WITH CLAYS THREE BEAN CASSEROLE?
4 GREAT SERVED WITH...
5 CAN I MAKE THIS BAKED THREE BEAN CASSEROLE IN THE CROCKPOT?
6 CAN I MAKE THIS BAKED THREE BEAN CASSEROLE ON THE STOVETOP?
7 CAN I MAKE THIS BAKED THREE BEAN CASSEROLE IN THE MICROWAVE?
8 THE RECIPE FOR CLAYS THREE BEAN CASSEROLE
8.1 Clays Famous Three Bean Casserole
8.1.1 Ingredients
8.1.2 Instructions
8.1.3 Nutrition
8.1.4 You May Also Love:

Once you make this casserole, you will be so happy with the leftovers! They are DELICIOUS! Keep the casserole in the refrigerator and it will be good for about 5 days.

The items being browned for Clays three bean casserole
Getting ready for the dish   Photo Credit:  Christine Rooney

HOW LONG CAN CLAYS THREE BEAN CASSEROLE SIT OUT FOR?

You won't want to let this sit out longer than 2 hours before you put it back in the refrigerator.

WHAT CAN I SERVE WITH CLAYS THREE BEAN CASSEROLE?

Here is a picture of one of my Mother's Day tables from years past when I served Clays Three Bean Casserole! The menu is below the photo.

Mother's Day Table @loavesanddishes.net
My mother's Day Table   Photo Credit:  Christine Rooney

GREAT SERVED WITH...

Jerk Chicken

Fresh Corn on the cob

Oven Baked Potatoes

Clay’s Famous Baked Bean Casserole

Fresh Green Salad

Rolls

Homemade Cherry Pie

Pecan Pie

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ice Cream

The pan of Clays Three Bean Casserole
The whole pan! Photo Credit:  Christine Rooney

CAN I MAKE THIS BAKED THREE BEAN CASSEROLE IN THE CROCKPOT?

Yes, you actually can. Simply brown the bacon in a frying pan first. Put all of the ingredients in the crockpot. Decrease the Apple cider vinegar to 1 Tbs. Cook on low x 8 hours or high for 4 hours.

CAN I MAKE THIS BAKED THREE BEAN CASSEROLE ON THE STOVETOP?

Yes, you can. Brown the bacon in the frying pan first. Add all of the ingredients to a large saucepan on the stove top. Decrease the apple cider vinegar to 1 Tbs. Cook over medium heat until thickened.

A landscape photo of Clays Three Bean Casserole
Clays three bean casserole   Photo Credit:  Christine Rooney

CAN I MAKE THIS BAKED THREE BEAN CASSEROLE IN THE MICROWAVE?

Yes, you can. Brown the bacon in a frying pan first. Cook the onion and garlic in a frying pan until translucent. Add all of the ingredients to a large microwave safe bowl. Decrease the apple cider vinegar to 1 Tbs. Cook on high for 3 minutes. Stir. Repeat in 1 minute intervals until hot.

THE RECIPE FOR CLAYS THREE BEAN CASSEROLE

A landscape photo of Clays Three Bean Casserole

Clays Famous Three Bean Casserole

Easy three bean casserole baked bean casserole
5 from 6 votes
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Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked three bean casserole, baked beans
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 300kcal
Author: Wendi Spraker

Ingredients

  • 1 Can of Cannellini Beans can use Butter Bean’s if you can’t locate Cannelini Beans - drained
  • 1 Can of Red Kidney Beans -drained
  • 2 Cans of Pork N Beans – drained
  • ½ Lb Bacon cut into small pieces and cooked till almost crispy.
  • 1 medium onion diced.
  • 1 loosely packed Cup of Brown Sugar
  • ¼ Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 clove of garlic minced

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375. Drain all of the beans and mix together in a bowl. Fry the bacon in a skillet. Remove the cooked bacon from the skillet and drain all but 2 Tbs of the grease.
  • Cook the diced onion in the bacon grease over medium heat until the onion is soft – about 4 minutes. Add the brown sugar and apple cider vinegar to the onion and let boil for a few minutes – stand back – it will make you cough if you breath the fumes
  • Mix everything together in a casserole dish (9x13) and bake at 375 for 45 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Clays Famous Three Bean Casserole
Amount Per Serving
Calories 300
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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***Brand new photos for Clays Famous Three Bean Casserole from May 15, 2015***

 

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Comments

  1. Annette says

    January 27, 2021 at 12:57 pm

    Although these taste good, basically these are glorified baked beans. I would doctor them up next time with more goodies. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  2. 2pots2cook says

    October 06, 2018 at 11:56 am

    5 stars
    Oh yes ! Simple food is always the best !

    Reply
  3. Moxie says

    February 02, 2018 at 2:49 pm

    5 stars
    Love this!

    Reply
  4. Moxie says

    February 02, 2018 at 2:48 pm

    5 stars
    Rich and delicious!

    Reply
  5. David says

    May 30, 2016 at 12:47 pm

    5 stars
    Just made this for a holiday barbecue with great results. It's such a simple yet tasty recipe. I found myself adding to it. Example: sliced pork sauge and a can of mixed yellow and green beans only made a good thing better. Numerous compliments. Way to go Clay!

    Reply
    • Wendi Spraker says

      June 01, 2016 at 1:23 pm

      Hey David!! That is so cool! I'm glad it turned out great!

      Reply
  6. ASH says

    November 06, 2015 at 4:31 pm

    5 stars
    THESE ARE THE BOMB!!! I make them for every event I go to and it's always a hit.

    Reply
    • Wendi Spraker says

      November 06, 2015 at 4:40 pm

      WONDERFUL!!! Thank you so much for commenting and for stopping by!!!

      Reply
  7. judy says

    July 04, 2015 at 2:39 pm

    5 stars
    These are amazing! The first time I made them for a family gathering I got that questionable look when people asked "what is this?". They tried it and they all came back for seconds with rave reviews. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Wendi Spraker says

      July 04, 2015 at 3:05 pm

      Judy- that is SO NICE of you to come back and leave a comment. Thank you so much!! I'm glad you and your family enjoyed them!

      Reply

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