Swedish Not-Baked Beans

Everyone likes regular baked beans, but why not try them with a Swedish touch when you want a change? Posted for ZWT 6.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 3 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained (light or red, you choose)
• 1  cup  chopped onion
• 1  garlic clove, crushed
• 1⁄2 cup tomato sauce
• 1  tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2⁄3 cup  firmly packed light brown sugar
• 2  tablespoons molasses
• 1⁄4 cup cider vinegar
• 2  tablespoons bacon bits
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2  tablespoons cold water

Directions

1. In a large skillet, over medium heat, combine all the ingredients except the cornstarch and water; mix well and cook for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and the water, then add to the bean mixture, stirring occasionally until heated through. Serve immediately or simmer until ready to eat.