Nan's Sloppy Joes

Bring a taste of nostalgia to your dinner table with Nan's Sloppy Joes, a hearty, family-friendly classic bursting with sweet and tangy flavors. This easy recipe combines seasoned ground beef with sautéed onions and bell peppers, all simmered in a rich sauce made from ketchup, tomato paste, and a hint of brown sugar for the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Rounded out with a touch of Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and a blend of spices, these sloppy joes deliver comfort food at its finest. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish pairs perfectly with buttery toasted buns and can be served alongside potato chips, pickles, or a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings, Nan’s Sloppy Joes are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 small Green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Prepared yellow mustard
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar, packed
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 6 Sandwich buns
• 2 tbsp Butter, melted (optional for toasting buns)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 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. Drain excess grease if needed.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to medium. Add the finely chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet with the cooked beef. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, yellow mustard, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to evenly combine.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.

Step 5

While the meat mixture simmers, toast the buns if desired. Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat, brush the cut sides of the buns with melted butter, and toast for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

Step 6

Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

Step 7

Optional: Serve with potato chips, a side salad, or your favorite pickles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1244.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2293.8

Total Fat 110.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 363.9mg	0%
Sodium 5232.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 226.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 90.6g
Protein 99.0g	0%

Vitamin D 18.3IU	0%
Calcium 350.7mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 2092.7mg	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: 43.4%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 39.4%