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Sloppy Joes

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Sloppy Joes are the ultimate comfort food, combining a soft bun with a savory, tangy filling that bursts with flavor. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. With rich, aromatic ingredients coming together in one skillet, these messy sandwiches promise delicious bites filled with nostalgia and joy. Serve them up hot, topped with pickles or cheese, for a satisfying meal everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 hamburger buns

Instructions

  1. Prep by dicing the onion and bell pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers until soft (about 5 minutes).
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Cook until browned (7–10 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  5. Let simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Serve on toasted buns with optional toppings like pickles or cheese.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg