Franks and Beans Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Franks and Beans Casserole, a nostalgic dish packed with flavor and perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers. Featuring tender baked beans, smoky slices of hot dogs, and aromatic sautéed onions, this recipe is elevated with a tangy blend of ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and warm smoked paprika. Topped with buttery, golden bread crumbs, this easy-to-make casserole bakes to bubbly perfection in just 40 minutes. With its balance of savory, sweet, and smoky notes, this crowd-pleasing dish is sure to become a weeknight favorite. Serve it straight from the oven alongside a crisp green salad or buttery cornbread for a meal that satisfies every craving. Perfect for busy cooks, this Franks and Beans Casserole offers a comforting, quick-prep twist on timeless flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups baked beans
• 6 pieces hot dogs or frankfurters
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cup bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the hot dogs or frankfurters into 1/2-inch pieces.

Step 3

Finely dice the yellow onion.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Add the sliced hot dog pieces to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they start to brown slightly.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the baked beans, sautéed onion and hot dogs, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Stir well to fully incorporate the flavors.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, melt the unsalted butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Stir the melted butter into the bread crumbs until evenly coated.

Step 9

Sprinkle the buttery bread crumbs evenly over the casserole.

Step 10

Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your hearty Franks and Beans Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1348.7 grams (1348.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2377

Total Fat 122.80g	157%
Saturated Fat 47.70g	239%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 242mg	81%
Sodium 6133mg	267%
Total Carbohydrate 240.10g	87%
Dietary Fiber 48.10g	172%
Total Sugars 87.80g
Protein 76.60g	153%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 672mg	52%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 3363mg	72%

*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: 46.6%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 40.5%