Sloppy Joe
Classic American ground beef sandwich with tangy tomato sauce
Ingredients
Instructions
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Brown the beefHeat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
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Sauté the vegetablesAdd the diced onion and green bell pepper to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add sauce ingredientsStir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, yellow mustard, chili powder, and paprika. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients with the meat mixture.
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Simmer the mixtureReduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Toast the bunsWhile the meat mixture is simmering, lightly toast the hamburger buns either in a toaster, under a broiler, or on a skillet until golden brown.
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ServeSpoon the hot Sloppy Joe mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately with plenty of napkins.
Nutritional Information
380
Calories
per serving
22
Protein
g per serving
35
Carbohydrates
g per serving
16
Total Fat
g per serving
5.5
Saturated Fat
g per serving
2
Fiber
g per serving
12
Sugar
g per serving
720
Sodium
mg per serving
15
Vitamin C
% of daily value
3.5
Iron
mg per serving
Sloppy Joe is Also Known As
Sloppy Giuseppe, Manwich, Tavern Sandwich, Loose Meat Sandwich or Yum Yums
