Beanie Weenie Recipe

Easy beanie weenies made with hot dogs and baked beans.

Easy Beanie Beenies Recipe is a nostalgic meal made with baked beans and hot dogs in a sweet and tangy sauce. A quick, budget-friendly dinner ready in 20 minutes.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword beanies and weenies, beans and franks

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 2076kcal

Author Eileen Murphy Kelly

Equipment

Ingredients

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 (16) ounce package beef hot dogs (sliced into ½-inch pieces)
2(15) ounce cans, baked beans
¼ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter. Add 1 (16) ounce package beef hot dogs (sliced into ½-inch pieces) and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the 2(15) ounce cans, baked beans, ¼ cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, ½ teaspoon onion powder, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly thickened.
Serve warm on its own or with cornbread, rice, or toast.

Notes

Be sure to check the Expert Tips and FAQs above for important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.

Storage - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

Make ahead: You can prepare Beans and Franks up to 12 hours ahead. Heat when ready to eat. The flavors deepen as it sits.

Freezing - Let cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stove.

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