Hamburger Helper Sloppy Joes (Crock Pot Or Stove To

Name: Hamburger Helper Sloppy Joes (Crock Pot Or Stove Top)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef; 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and finely chopped, or to taste); 2 medium onions, chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste); 1 -2 tablespoon chili powder; 1 (210 g) package Hamburger Helper mix for beef pasta (chili-macaroni flavor); 7 -8 slices bacon (cooked until crisp then finely chopped); 1 cup water; 1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 (10 ounce) can tomato soup, undiluted; 3 tablespoons sugar (or more to taste); seasoning salt (or use white salt to taste); black pepper; water, to thin if needed

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and finely chopped, or to taste)
2 medium onions, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 -2 tablespoon chili powder
1 (210 g) package Hamburger Helper mix for beef pasta (chili-macaroni flavor)
7 -8 slices bacon (cooked until crisp then finely chopped)
1 cup water
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (10 ounce) can tomato soup, undiluted
3 tablespoons sugar (or more to taste)
seasoning salt (or use white salt to taste)
black pepper
water, to thin if needed

1
For the Hamburger Helper, separate the pasta package from the seasoning mix package, and save the pasta to use in another recipe.
2
In a large skillet cook the ground beef with green bell pepper, onion, garlic and jalapeno pepper (if using) cook until the meat is well browned (about 10-12 minutes) drain fat.
3
Add in Hamburger Helper seasoning packet, water, cooked finely chopped bacon, chili powder, tomato sauce, tomato soup and sugar; cook uncovered for about 1 to 1-1/2 hours adding in more water if needed to thin to desired consistency (the longer you simmer this the richer and thicker it will be, cook only uncovered!).
4
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5
Serve on soft fresh buns!

1572

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped, 1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and finely chopped, or to taste), 2 medium onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Hamburger Helper Sloppy Joes (Crock Pot Or Stove Top) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hamburger Helper Sloppy Joes (Crock Pot Or Stove Top)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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