Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds ground beef; 1 large green bell pepper, diced; 1/2 large onion, diced; 1 1/2 cups ketchup; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar; 2 teaspoons chili powder, or more as needed; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more as needed; Hot sauce, such as Tabasco; Worcestershire sauce; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 8 kaiser rolls; 2 tablespoons butter, softened; Chips or salad, for serving, if desired

Servings: persons

2 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 large green bell pepper, diced
1/2 large onion, diced
1 1/2 cups ketchup
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons chili powder, or more as needed
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more as needed
Hot sauce, such as Tabasco
Worcestershire sauce
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 kaiser rolls
2 tablespoons butter, softened
Chips or salad, for serving, if desired

1
Start by browning the ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Drain off the fat.
3
Add in the green peppers and onions.
4
Stir, and then add 1 cup water, the ketchup and garlic.
5
Stir it around to combine, and then add the brown sugar, chili powder, dry mustard, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce, Worcestershire, salt and pepper to taste.
6
Stir to combine, and then cover and simmer over medium-low heat, about 20 minutes.
7
To serve, spread the rolls with the butter and brown them on a griddle or in a skillet.
8
Spoon a good amount of the meat mixture onto the bottom roll, and then top with the other half.
9
Serve with chips, salad or just enjoy it by itself.

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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: 2 1/2 pounds ground beef, 1 large green bell pepper, diced, 1/2 large onion, diced, 1 1/2 cups ketchup, and more.

Yes, Sloppy Joes 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.

Sloppy Joes

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