Classic Sloppy Joes
A nostalgic and satisfying recipe for Sloppy Joes, blending sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Burger buns
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until it’s no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
- Sauté the chopped onions and bell peppers until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer the mixture for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve the savory mixture on soft burger buns.
Notes
For added flavor, consider serving with sweet potato fries or coleslaw. Ensure buns are toasted to prevent sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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