Description
Sloppy joes are the ultimate comfort food, combining a savory blend of ground beef and tangy tomato sauce served on soft, toasted buns. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering a nostalgic taste that will delight both kids and adults alike. Enjoy each messy bite as flavors explode in your mouth, making it a dish you’ll crave time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions and green bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Push veggies to one side, add ground beef to the skillet, and cook until browned (6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until well combined.
- Toast hamburger buns lightly in another pan or under the broiler.
- Spoon the meat mixture generously onto each bun and serve immediately with napkins!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sloppy joe (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 67mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using smoked paprika or cayenne pepper. Substitute ground beef with turkey or lentils for a healthier option. To prevent soggy buns, always toast them before adding the filling.