Emily's Sloppy Joes
Get ready to elevate a classic comfort food with *Emily's Sloppy Joes*, a savory, sweet, and tangy twist on the iconic sandwich! Packed with seasoned ground beef, finely diced onion, and green bell pepper, this recipe is brought to life with a rich blend of ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of brown sugar for the perfect balance of flavors. Quick to prep and ready in just 30 minutes, this dish combines simplicity with bold taste, making it an ideal weeknight dinner. Butter-toasted hamburger buns add a satisfying crunch, while the hearty filling guarantees mess-free spills of deliciousness. Perfect for a family meal or casual gathering, serve these homemade Sloppy Joes with classic sides like crispy potato chips or a fresh coleslaw for a crowd-pleasing feast!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 0.5 large green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.75 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 pieces hamburger buns
- 2 tablespoons butter, for toasting buns (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon or spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess fat from the skillet and return the beef to the pan.
Step 2
Add the diced onion, chopped green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
Step 3
Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, yellow mustard, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together. If the mixture becomes too thick, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of water to loosen it.
Step 5
While the beef mixture simmers, optionally toast the hamburger buns. Heat a separate skillet or griddle over medium heat and spread butter on the cut sides of the buns. Toast the buns, cut side down, for 1-2 minutes until golden and crisp.
Step 6
Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture generously onto the bottom half of each bun and cover with the top bun. Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as potato chips, coleslaw, or a green salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1207.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1905.1 |
| Total Fat 120.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 55.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 363.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3608.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 140.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 61.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 56.1g | |
| Protein 137.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 18.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 237.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2093.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories