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Bests King Size Beef Franks
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Bests King Size Beef Franks

Best's
14 oz
Available at Foodtown
143
Calories
6g
Protein
348mg
Sodium
14
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Best's King Size Beef Franks are a classic refrigerated hot dog product you’ll find in the packaged meats aisle, nestled with other frankfurters, smoked sausages, and family-size lunch meats—often near condiments and picnic staples. The brand leans on heritage cues (“Since 1938”) and USDA inspection marks, positioning itself as a reliable, old-school American comfort choice for families and grillers who want a straightforward beef frank. Packaging typically consists of vacuum-sealed plastic or a cling-wrapped tray with bold type advertising “king size” and a gluten-free callout, creating a slight health halo for shoppers avoiding gluten despite the product’s processed nature. There’s no organic or natural certification; the label emphasizes convenience, tradition, and meat-forward identity. Sensory expectations are a firm, smooth snap and dense, finely textured bite with salty, savory notes and a hint of paprika and smoke from added flavorings; they heat quickly on a grill, stovetop, or in a microwave, making them a ritual staple for backyard barbecues, ballpark-style game nights, and quick weeknight dinners. Occasions include summer cookouts, kid-friendly meals, and tailgate spreads. From a processing standpoint, these frankfurters are an industrially produced meat product made from beef combined with water, flavor concentrates, hydrolyzed proteins and curing agents, designed for long shelf life and consistent taste. The overall story: an affordable, nostalgic protein that reads as familiar and practical in American grocery culture—fast to prepare, crowd-pleasing, and anchored in convenience rather than artisanal claims.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 50.0 g
Servings per Container: 8
Calories143
% Daily Value*
Total Fat13g17%
Saturated Fat4g20%
Cholesterol22mg7%
Sodium348mg15%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein6g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Beef,, Water,, Salt,, Flavorings,, Paprika,, Hydrolyzed, Soy, and, Corn, Protein,, Sodium, Erythorbate,, Sodium, Nitrite..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Erythorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Sodium Nitrite - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations (hydrolyzed soy and corn protein, flavorings, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite) and is manufactured to deliver consistent taste, texture, and shelf stability.

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Common Questions about Bests King Size Beef Franks

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit of a moving target, can't it? These franks pack a decent protein punch at 6 grams per serving, but they do have sodium and preservatives. If you're looking for a quick bite or a fun cookout treat, they fit the bill, but maybe not as a daily staple.

Perfect For

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weekend-grill
back-to-school

Vibe:

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