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Frank and Beans Recipe

Sweet and savory homemade franks and beans are a fun dinner the whole family will love. I dare you to resist seconds!
Course Main
Cuisine American, Southern
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 361kcal
Author Imma

Ingredients

  • 4-5 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon (3g) fresh thyme
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 teaspoon (2-3g) chili powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon (2-3g) smoked paprika
  • 2 cups (360g) cooked navy beans (great northern beans, cannellini, or any white bean)
  • 6 hot dogs, sliced
  • 1 cup (272g) ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons (40g) brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) molasses
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) mustard
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) Worcestershire sauce
  • ¾ teaspoon (3g) salt
  • ½ teaspoon (1-2g) black pepper
  • 2 cups (475ml) chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

Instructions

  • In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until it's crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Leave 1-2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pan.
  • Add the butter and let it melt. Then add chopped onion, minced garlic, thyme, and diced bell pepper. Sauté over medium heat until the vegetables soften, 4-5 minutes.
  • Add chili powder and smoked paprika to the pan and stir for about a minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in the beans, then add the hot dogs, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and stir well to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook on low for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally,
  • Before serving, stir in the crumbled bacon. Serve with your favorite coleslaw and a side of cornbread.

Notes

  • If it becomes too thick, add chicken stock or water a little at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • Make sure the heat isn't too high when simmering. Otherwise, the beans and franks might stick to the bottom and burn. Stirring occasionally will let you know if things start sticking. 
  • Got leftover hot dogs from your last cookout? This is a great way to use them!
  • Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 1725mg | Potassium: 708mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 1176IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 4mg