Grown-Up Beanie Weenies

A more flavorful, hearty and meaty version of a childhood favorite.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 (28 ounce) can  pork & beans
• 1⁄2 onion, coarsely chopped
• 1  jalapeno pepper, chopped and seeded if desired
• 1  green bell pepper, chopped
• 4  slices bacon, chopped
• 1  lb ground beef
• 1 (8 count) package  hot dogs
• 1⁄4 cup ketchup
• 2  tablespoons yellow mustard
• 1  tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2  tablespoons barbecue sauce
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3  dashes  hot sauce or 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 2  tablespoons brown sugar
• 1⁄2 cup beer or 1⁄2 cup  beef stock or 1⁄2 cup water

Directions

1. In a large saucepan or dutch oven, fry chopped bacon until crisp.
2. Add onion and peppers and cook just until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
3. Add hot dogs and cook until lightly browned.
4. Crumble ground beef into pan and cook until browned. Drain excess fat, keeping some in the pan for added flavor.
5. Stir in all remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered about 30 minutes or until thickened to your liking.