Family Favorite Sloppy Jo's
Get ready to recreate a nostalgic weeknight classic with our irresistible Family Favorite Sloppy Jo's! This quick and hearty meal combines juicy ground beef, finely chopped onions, and green bell peppers in a sweet-and-savory sauce bursting with flavors from ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, tangy mustard, and a hint of smoked paprika. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking time, this homemade favorite delivers bold flavor in no time, making it perfect for busy dinners. Serve the saucy filling on golden-buttered hamburger buns, toasted to perfection, and pair with chips or a crisp side salad for a crowd-pleasing meal. Whether for a family dinner or a casual gathering, this recipe is sure to become a go-to!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 hamburger buns
- 2 tablespoons butter
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes.
Step 2
Drain any excess fat from the skillet and return the skillet to the stove.
Step 3
Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the cooked beef and sauté until softened, about 4–5 minutes.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to medium, then stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Allow the mixture to simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and flavors meld together.
Step 6
While the meat mixture is simmering, lightly butter the insides of the hamburger buns. Toast them in a clean skillet or on a griddle over medium heat until golden brown, about 1–2 minutes.
Step 7
Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture generously onto the bottom half of each toasted bun, spreading evenly.
Step 8
Top with the other half of the bun and serve warm. Enjoy your Family Favorite Sloppy Joes with a side of chips, salad, or pickles!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1210.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1940.2 |
| Total Fat 120.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 53.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 366.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3631.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 149.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 62.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 63.7g | |
| Protein 137.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 213.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1968.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories