Real Deal Sloppy Joes Remember These So Good

Transport yourself back to the golden days of classic comfort food with these “Real Deal Sloppy Joes” – a nostalgic, flavor-packed recipe that lives up to its name! Made with hearty ground beef, sautéed onions, and green bell peppers, this dish is smothered in a perfectly balanced sweet-and-savory sauce that features a tantalizing mix of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and a hint of apple cider vinegar. A dash of chili powder adds a subtle kick, while tomato paste deepens the richness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve on soft sandwich buns – toasted, if you like, for extra texture – and watch these irresistible Sloppy Joes disappear. Perfect for anyone craving a true taste of homemade goodness, these Sloppy Joes promise to be a hit at the dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup water
• 4 soft sandwich buns

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and completely cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour in the 1/4 cup of water and stir to incorporate. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer uncovered for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken to a rich, sloppy consistency.

Step 6

Toast the sandwich buns lightly, if desired, for added texture.

Step 7

Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture generously onto the buns and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(976.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1737.8

Total Fat 89.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 2782.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 40.8g
Protein 96.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 280.2mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 2052.1mg	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: 45.5%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 32.8%