Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley or other herbs; sliced green onion
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and bell pepper; stir frequently until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the beans, hot dogs, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder.
Transfer mixture to a 2-quart baking dish. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs or sliced green onions, if desired.
Notes
I use classic Oscar Mayer Wieners, which are made with chicken, pork, and turkey. If you prefer all-beef hot dogs, that's fine too. Any brand or variety works!
Wait to season the dish with salt until after you've tasted it. The hot dogs, baked beans, and Worcestershire sauce all provide a good amount of salt, so it might not need anything more.
For fewer dishes to wash at the end, saute the veggies in a cast iron skillet (or other oven-proof pan). Transfer the skillet directly to the oven to bake, without the need for an extra casserole dish.
Garnish the beans and franks with chopped fresh parsley or other herbs for a bright, flavorful finishing touch.