Nutrition Facts for Franks and beans

Franks and Beans

Satisfy your cravings for hearty comfort food with this classic Franks and Beans recipe—a nostalgic favorite that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This dish combines tender slices of juicy hot dogs with sweet and savory canned baked beans, all brought to life with a flavorful sauce made from sautéed onions, tangy ketchup, zesty mustard, and a hint of brown sugar. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy recipe is full of bold, satisfying flavors that the whole family will love. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal or enjoy it on its own as a warm, comforting treat. Perfect for lovers of simple, budget-friendly comfort food, this one-pot wonder is sure to become a go-to in your recipe collection. Keywords: Franks and Beans Recipe, Hot Dogs and Beans, Easy Comfort Food, Classic Family Dinners, One-Pot Meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:25 mins
Total Time:35 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 6 pieces hot dogs
  • 28 ounces canned baked beans
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Chop the yellow onion into small dice and slice the hot dogs into 1/2-inch pieces.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil. Once hot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the sliced hot dogs to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are slightly browned and heated through.

Step 4

Pour the canned baked beans into the skillet, stirring to combine with the onions and hot dogs.

Step 5

Stir in the ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve hot. Pair with crusty bread or enjoy it on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 1245.4 grams (1245.4g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 1799
Total Fat 78.30g 100%
Saturated Fat 25.30g 127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.50g
Cholesterol 161mg 54%
Sodium 7543mg 328%
Total Carbohydrate 217.70g 79%
Dietary Fiber 33.20g 119%
Total Sugars 95.00g
Protein 62.20g 124%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 485mg 37%
Iron 17mg 93%
Potassium 2645mg 56%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.6%
Protein: 13.6%
Carbs: 47.7%