Root Beer Sloppy Joe’S Recipe

Name: Root Beer Sloppy Joe’S
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups root beer; 1 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 and 1/8 tsp ground ginger; 1/2 and 1/8 tsp salt; 2 lbs extra lean ground beef; 1/2 cup of diced white onion; 1/2 cup of diced green bell pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard; 1 1/2 cups root beer, sauce; salt & pepper; 12 whole wheat dinner buns; 1/4 cup butter, melted

Servings: persons

2 cups root beer
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 and 1/8 tsp ground ginger
1/2 and 1/8 tsp salt
2 lbs extra lean ground beef
1/2 cup of diced white onion
1/2 cup of diced green bell pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard
1 1/2 cups root beer, sauce
salt & pepper
12 whole wheat dinner buns
1/4 cup butter, melted

1
Bring 2 Cups of Root Beer to a boil in a medium sauce pan over high heat until reduced by half; approximately 15 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in Ketchup, Brown Sugar, Apple Cider Vinegar, Black Pepper, Ground Ginger and Salt. Simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens; approximately another 15-20 minutes. Turn off heat and set aside. For best results, make sauce a day or two beforehand.
2
In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, brown the Ground Beef, White Onion and Green Bell Pepper; drain off liquids. Stir in the Garlic Powder, Prepared Yellow Mustard, and Root Beer Sauce. Reduce heat and cover, simmer for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3
While the meat mixture is simmering, preheat your oven broiler. Cut the Whole Wheat Dinner Buns in half and brush with melted butter. Toast underneath your oven broiler until lightly brown; keep a very close eye on this, it doesn't take long.
4
Serve and enjoy!

827

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Protein

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups root beer, 1 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Root Beer Sloppy Joe’S 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.

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Root Beer Sloppy Joe’S

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