One Dish Meal

1 pound Lean ground beef

12 ounces Bacon -- diced

1 cup Chopped onion

1/2 cup Chopped green onions

1/4 cup Chopped green pepper

1/2 pound Smoked sausage

1 1/4" slice thick

1 Can kidney beans -- (16 ounces)

rinse and drain 1 Can pork and beans -- (16 ounces)

drained 1 Can lima beans -- (16 ounces)

rinse and drain 1 cup Cooked soybeans

northern beans -- drained 1 cup Ketchup or chili sauce

1/4 cup Honey or brown sugar

1 tablespoon Liquid smoke -- optional

3 tablespoons Vinegar

1 teaspoon Salt

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

red and black pepper

Brown ground beef in a skillet. Drain off fat; place in a slow cooker or crockpot. Brown bacon; remove to paper towel. Drain fat from skillet; lightly brown onion, green onions, and green pepper. Add to slow cooker with bacon and all remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours. "This recipe serves a lot of people! It's perfect for family reunions... The variety of beans gives it an appealing look and a nice mix of flavors and textures." - Ina Hooper Serves: 12 From: "Prize-Winning Beef" Recipe booklet