Open-Face'D Joe Recipe

Name: Open-Face'D Joe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound extra lean ground beef; 1 medium onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (6oz) can tomato paste; 1 1/2 cups summer squash, chopped; 1 1/2 cups low sodium beef or chicken broth; 3 tablespoons Worchestershire sauce; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons yellow mustard; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 6 ounces cheddar cheese; 3 hamburger buns (6 bun halves)

Servings: persons

1 pound extra lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (6oz) can tomato paste
1 1/2 cups summer squash, chopped
1 1/2 cups low sodium beef or chicken broth
3 tablespoons Worchestershire sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
6 ounces cheddar cheese
3 hamburger buns (6 bun halves)

1
Preheat ovenbroiler to HIGH.
2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute the onion and garlic until golden and soft, about 3 minutes.
3
Add ground beef until browned, about 7 minutes. Add the squash and saute 1 minute more.
4
While beef and squash are working, Stir in the tomato paste and next 7 ingredients in a medium bowl, stirring until paste and sugar has dissolved. Pour over ground beef mixture.
5
Reduce heat to medium and continue to cook until the mixture has thickened, 8 to 10 minutes.
6
Sprinkle 1 ounce cheese over each half of the hamburger buns. Transfer buns to the broiler, open-faced, and toast until the cheese has melted and toasted.
7
Remove the buns from the oven and fill each sandwich with the squash-and-meat mixture. Serve immediately..with a fork :)

905

kcal

Calories

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 pound extra lean ground beef, 1 medium onion, chopped, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 1 (6oz) can tomato paste, and more.

Yes, Open-Face'D Joe falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Open-Face'D Joe

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