Al's Sloppy Joes

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with "Al's Sloppy Joes," a hearty, family-friendly classic bursting with bold flavors and irresistible comfort. This recipe combines browned ground beef with sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic to create a savory base, while a rich, tangy sauce made with tomato paste, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of brown sugar brings perfect balance. A hint of paprika and a splash of broth enhance the depth of flavor, making every bite downright mouthwatering. Serve the saucy mixture piled high on toasted hamburger buns for the ultimate homemade sloppy joe experience. Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for feeding a crowd, this quick and easy recipe is sure to be a hit at your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 Yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 Green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons Yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.333 cup Chicken or beef broth
• 6 Hamburger buns
• 2 tablespoons Butter (optional, for toasting buns)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 5

Add ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, brown sugar, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Pour in the broth and stir well. Simmer the mixture over low heat for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.

Step 7

While the filling simmers, you can toast the hamburger buns if desired. Spread a thin layer of butter on the cut sides of the buns, and toast them in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings in the sloppy joe mixture if needed, adding more salt or a touch more ketchup for extra tanginess.

Step 9

Spoon the sloppy joe mixture generously onto the bottom half of each toasted bun and top with the other half of the bun.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your homemade Al's Sloppy Joes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1328.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2180.7

Total Fat 143.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 384.0mg	0%
Sodium 5038.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 90.2g	0%
Total Sugars 51.4g
Protein 165.6g	0%

Vitamin D 18.3IU	0%
Calcium 271.7mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 2023.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.8%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 24.5%