Hello, home chefs! Today we’ll be exploring a beloved classic that’s a hit with both kids and adults alike – Sloppy Joes. Juicy, tangy, and delightfully messy, these hearty sandwiches are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a laid-back weekend lunch. The best part? You can whip them up in your own kitchen with minimal effort. So, grab your aprons and let’s get started!
Classic Homemade Sloppy Joes
Master the art of making delicious, home-cooked sloppy joes with our easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect comfort food!
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, until the mixture is thickened.
- Divide the sloppy joe mixture among the hamburger buns and serve hot.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness or tanginess of your sloppy joes by adding more or less brown sugar and mustard.
- Feel free to use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner alternative to beef.
Enjoy the burst of flavors and the delightful messiness that comes with every bite of these Classic Homemade Sloppy Joes. They’re easy, they’re tasty, and they’re just the right dish to bring a touch of nostalgia to your table.
Recipe Difficulty: Easy
Complete nutritional information per serving:
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 650mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 40g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 25g
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