How to Elevate Beanie Weenies From Pantry Staples

Beanie weenies are an American comfort food classic that make an easy addition to any weeknight meal. While their traditional recipe consists of simply tossing hot dogs sliced and premade baked beans together, there are numerous ways you can take this dish even further by adding extra flavors such as ketchup, Worcestershire sauce or mustard for even greater enjoyment of this easy dish.

Leftover Hot Dogs

Beanie weenies (sometimes known as beans and franks or hot dogs and beans) is an enduring classic comforting dish enjoyed by children and adults alike. Quick and easy to prepare, Beanie Weenies make for the ideal weeknight dinner or potluck dish! Additionally, this versatile meal can even be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until you’re ready to reheat it later on!

Though this traditional recipe calls for canned baked beans and hot dogs, you can easily elevate this meal with just a few tweaks. Try this homemade version made with Bush’s original baked beans dressed with an irresistibly delicious sauce composed of ketchup, smoky BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce and brown sugar; sauteed onions and garlic add sweetness for extra zing in this hearty yet tangy meal!

Add some smoked Andouille sausage and good quality grated cheese for an elevated and comforting meal! Plus, it’s the perfect way to use up those leftover hot dogs from a backyard barbecue! For added ease when serving larger groups, this can even be made in the slow cooker in advance!

Hot Sauce

Beanie Weenies are an irresistibly comforting dish, enjoyed by both kids and adults alike. This version takes the classic canned bean and hot dog combo dish to another level by using Bush’s Original baked beans, dressed up with homemade sauce featuring ketchup, smoky barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and brown sugar for maximum flavor! Plus it can easily be stored in the refrigerator before being finished off by adding grated cheese for an added layer of comforting goodness before serving!