Wimpies
Get ready to savor the nostalgic comfort of Wimpies, a quick and easy ground beef recipe perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This hearty dish features savory browned beef paired with a tangy-sweet sauce made from pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce. Infused with the subtle bite of diced onion and a touch of apple cider vinegar for balance, this one-pan recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal go-to meal. Serve the saucy mixture over soft hamburger buns for a sloppy joe-style sandwich that’s both satisfying and crowd-pleasing. Whether you're cooking for the family or hosting a backyard barbecue, Wimpies are guaranteed to be a hit!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion (finely diced)
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces hamburger buns
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula as it cooks.
Step 3
Once the beef begins to brown, add the diced onion and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
Step 5
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed (e.g., additional salt or mustard for tang).
Step 8
Spoon the meat mixture onto the bottom half of each hamburger bun.
Step 9
Top with the other bun halves and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1089.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1707.3 |
| Total Fat 97.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 321.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3434.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 143.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 58.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 65.3g | |
| Protein 134.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 178.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1365.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories