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Best Sloppy Joe Recipe Ever

A warm, savory sandwich dripping with rich, tangy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 small green bell pepper finely chopped
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 hamburger buns

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving plates
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned.
  2. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Carefully drain any excess fat from the beef mixture.
  4. Add ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, mustard, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. While the mixture simmers, toast the hamburger buns in a separate skillet or oven until golden.
  7. Spoon a generous amount of the mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun.
  8. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of smoked paprika to the meat mixture.