It doesn't matter if you call them Calico Beans or Trucker Beans, or Cowboy Beans or Prairie Beans, this dish is perfect for a summer barbecue or an autumn tailgate party. This recipe is foolproof and flexible and quick to make! Gather your crockpot for no-work cooking and set all the ingredients on the counter. Pour, stir and cook on low for 3-6 hours. Make it a main dish with a tossed salad for a perfect meal. Take it to a gathering and you won't be bringing home leftovers because it's always a hit. Chips* contributed the recipe to a Quasquicentennial community cookbook where I found it. I have tweaked it -- of course!-- many different ways and it always turns out tasty! Chips' family prefers the deeper flavor that comes from baking in a 9x 13 pan for about an hour at 350 ... [Read More]