Sloppy Whatdyaknow Joes, Pizzaiola Style Recipe

Name: Sloppy Whatdyaknow Joes, Pizzaiola Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons EVOO; 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, sirloin (leaner) or chuck (more buttery); Salt and pepper; 1/4 pound of spicy salami, sliced 1/4-inch thick at the deli and chopped into 1/4-inch dice; 1 onion, chopped; 3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 to 2 spicy to hot heat level chiles (Fresno or Italian cherry), seeded and chopped; 1 Cubanelle pepper (Italian frying pepper), seeded and chopped; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup passata or tomato sauce; 1 cup beef stock; 1/2 cup dry red wine; About 1 cup drained giardiniera (hot pickled vegetable salad); Small handful parsley; Ciabatta or other crusty rolls

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons EVOO
1 1/2 pounds ground beef, sirloin (leaner) or chuck (more buttery)
Salt and pepper
1/4 pound of spicy salami, sliced 1/4-inch thick at the deli and chopped into 1/4-inch dice
1 onion, chopped
3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 to 2 spicy to hot heat level chiles (Fresno or Italian cherry), seeded and chopped
1 Cubanelle pepper (Italian frying pepper), seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup passata or tomato sauce
1 cup beef stock
1/2 cup dry red wine
About 1 cup drained giardiniera (hot pickled vegetable salad)
Small handful parsley
Ciabatta or other crusty rolls

1
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with EVOO, a couple of turns of the pan.
2
Add the beef, season with salt and pepper, and brown.
3
Add the salami and brown.
4
Add the onion, garlic, chiles, Cubanelle pepper and oregano and stir to soften, about 5 minutes.
5
Add the tomato paste, stir a minute more, then add the passata or tomato sauce, stock and wine, reduce the heat and simmer 20 to 30 minutes to thicken.
6
Cool and store.
7
Reheat over medium heat with a splash of water or stock to loosen up.
8
To serve, finely chop the giardiniera and parsley in a food processor or by hand to make a relish.
9
Lightly toast or warm the rolls in the oven.
10
Serve the sloppy mix on the rolls, topped with the relish.

581

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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.

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 tablespoons EVOO, 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, sirloin (leaner) or chuck (more buttery), Salt and pepper, 1/4 pound of spicy salami, sliced 1/4-inch thick at the deli and chopped into 1/4-inch dice, and more.

Yes, Sloppy Whatdyaknow Joes, Pizzaiola Style 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!

Sloppy Whatdyaknow Joes, Pizzaiola Style

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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