Real Food Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Real Food Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 1/2 lbs lean ground beef; 1 large yellow onion, minced; 1 large green bell pepper, minced; 3 medium celery ribs, minced; 2/3 cup tomato paste; 1/3 cup red wine vinegar; 1/3 cup molasses; 2 1/2 tablespoons mild paprika; 2 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 3 teaspoons prepared mustard, to taste; 2 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper; salt, to taste; 8 toasted hamburger buns

Servings: persons

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 large yellow onion, minced
1 large green bell pepper, minced
3 medium celery ribs, minced
2/3 cup tomato paste
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/3 cup molasses
2 1/2 tablespoons mild paprika
2 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 teaspoons prepared mustard, to taste
2 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
salt, to taste
8 toasted hamburger buns

1
Use 4-5 1/2 quart slow cooker.
2
Warm a large skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, then pour in the oil and swirl it around to coat the hot surface.
3
Crumble the ground beef into the skillet; cook, stirring often, until well browned, between 4-8 minutes.
4
Use a slotted spoon to get the ground beef into the slow cooker.
5
Stir in onions, bell peppers, celery, tomato paste, vinegar, molasses, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, mustard, and pepper until the tomato paste is dissolved.
6
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the vegetables have almost melted into the thickened sauce. Season to taste with salt.
7
Serve by spooning the spiced beef mixture into the buns.

1175

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 tablespoons olive oil, 2 1/2 lbs lean ground beef, 1 large yellow onion, minced, 1 large green bell pepper, minced, and more.

Yes, Real Food Sloppy Joes 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!

Real Food Sloppy Joes

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