This flavorful Navy Beans recipe, called the 3-2-1, uses 3 cans beans, 2 cups brown sugar, and 1 lb sausage—simple and delicious.
With just 3 ingredients, this Navy Beans recipe is an easy, flavorful side dish perfect for barbecues, lunches, or holidays.
I love Navy Beans; I first tried them at a National Pork Board luncheon in Michigan. I only took a serving to be polite but ended up wanting seconds.
I’ve collaborated with the National Pork Board to raise awareness about evolving agricultural practices, including farm methods, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and optimal pork cooking temperatures.
Each trip and each farm taught me something more.
Though I consider myself knowledgeable about pork, I learn more each time—beyond recipes, like this Navy Beans dish, I’ve gained new insights about raising pigs.
At a family farm, we toured a filtration barn where air filters help reduce the spread of infection and disease among pigs. This is part of the pork industry’s ongoing efforts to improve animal care and ensure high-quality pork.
I loved the farm view and the care that goes into the pork my family enjoys. Michigan’s countryside and people were a pleasant surprise. A Michigan State demo showed us pork cuts beyond bacon and chops. Pork is a versatile, widely consumed protein, like in the tasty Navy Beans recipe.
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Navy Beans
Ingredients
- 3 14 ounce cans navy beans do not drain
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1 lb sausage
- 1/2 yellow onion finely diced, optional
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the sausage + onion. Use a wooden spoon to break the sausage up into small crumbles. Cook about 7-11 minutes until browned an all sides.
- Add beans and brown sugar to the skillet. Stir together until well combined. Reduce heat to medium and simmer 20-25 minutes. If it starts to boil, reduce heat a little more.
- Remove from heat and serve.
This post is sponsored by the National Pork Board, I am proud of my partnership with them. All opinions expressed are my own.
Perfectly comforting, love this recipe!
Thanks!
What flavor sausage do you recommend in this Navy Bean recipe?
We usually use mild pork sausage, but feel free to use whatever kind you like!
I really enjoying learning more about the pork industry. I had no idea! This is a new dish for me. Can’t wait to try it!
Enjoy!
This is such a comforting dish! My husband will love it!
I hope you both enjoy, thanks!
Yum, these look so comforting and delicious!
Thanks! Enjoy
What a great recipe to have on hand for all gatherings! Nothing beats a good bean side dish!
Thank you!
My grandmother will love this! Navy Beans are one of her faves!
I hope you both enjoy!
When do you add the onion
I updated the directions, thank you for catching that – but add it in with the sausage. 🙂