Mock Swedish Brown Beans

Cook: 10 min

A sweet and savory side dish featuring tender red kidney beans simmered in brown sugar, vinegar, and cinnamon, perfect for hearty meals or holiday gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cans red kidney beans
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Mix together the red kidney beans, brown sugar, vinegar, cinnamon, butter, and cornstarch in a saucepan.
  2. Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Cook until lightly thickened, then add salt to taste and serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

581 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.7g 7% DV
Total Fat 31.7g 41% DV
Carbs 69.2g 25% DV
Fiber 2.9g 10% DV
Sugar 34.4g 69% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 151.5mg 7% DV
Potassium 182mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 76.3mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 0.4mg
Calcium 84.8mg 7% DV
Iron 1.5mg 8% DV
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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