Sweet and Simple Sloppy Joes
Perfectly balancing sweetness and tanginess, Sweet and Simple Sloppy Joes are a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner the whole family will love. This classic comfort food features tender ground beef cooked with diced onions and smothered in a mouthwatering homemade sauce made of ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. A dash of garlic powder adds subtle depth, while toasted hamburger buns provide the perfect vehicle for this hearty filling. Ready in just 25 minutes, these sloppy joes deliver big flavor with minimal effort, making them ideal for busy nights or casual gatherings. Serve warm with your favorite sides—think crispy fries or a refreshing salad—for a meal that’s sure to hit the spot.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium (diced) Yellow onion
- 0.75 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 6 Hamburger buns
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Drain any excess grease from the skillet, then return the beef to the pan.
Step 4
Add the diced onion to the skillet with the cooked beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and fully coats the beef.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Step 8
Toast the hamburger buns lightly for additional texture, if desired.
Step 9
Spoon the sloppy joe mixture evenly onto the bottom half of each hamburger bun. Top with the other half of the buns.
Step 10
Serve warm and enjoy your Sweet and Simple Sloppy Joes with a side of your choice, like fries or a salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1132.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1839.7 |
| Total Fat 105.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 44.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 321.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3616.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 159.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 86.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 55.2g | |
| Protein 162.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 222.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1407.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories