Classic Sloppy Joe Sauce
Get ready to experience nostalgia and flavor with this Classic Sloppy Joe Sauce recipe, a hearty and satisfying favorite that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. This crowd-pleasing sauce combines browned ground beef with sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic, all simmered in a rich blend of tomato sauce, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce for a bold, tangy-sweet flavor. A touch of brown sugar and chili powder adds just the right balance of sweetness and spice. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan recipe is a breeze to make and serves as the ultimate comfort food when spooned over toasted buns. Make your weeknight meal unforgettable with this homemade Sloppy Joe sauce that’s as classic as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Step 3
Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
Step 4
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5
Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Step 6
Sprinkle the chili powder, salt, and black pepper over the mixture and stir well.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened and flavors are well developed.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Step 9
Serve the Sloppy Joe sauce over toasted buns. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1283.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1501.8 |
| Total Fat 101.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 321.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2542.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 69.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 44.4g | |
| Protein 76.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 195.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2073.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories