Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 3 sliced celery ribs
  • 1 chopped large onion
  • 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans pinto beans
  • 1 (16 ounce) can lima beans
  • 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans
  • 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans
  • 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can wax beans
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can vegetable broth
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup molasses
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground pepper

Method

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  • Heat oil in a large pot.
  • Add celery, onion and garlic.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 8-10 minutes.
  • Rinse and drain beans.
  • Add all the rest of the ingredients to the pot and mix well.
  • Bring to the boil.
  • Transfer to oven-proof dish if necessary.
  • Cover and bake for 75-90 minutes or until bubbly and thickened.
  • Slow cooker: Heat on Low for 6-8 hours.