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Sloppy Joe Recipe Slow Cooker

This classic Sloppy Joe recipe is made in a slow cooker, combining savory ground beef, tangy tomato sauce, and a touch of sweetness for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 small green bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 hamburger buns

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Start by heating a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Brown the ground beef in the skillet until fully cooked.
  3. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  5. Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker.
  6. Add ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
  7. Stir everything together until well combined.
  8. Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours.
  9. About 15 minutes before serving, toast your hamburger buns.
  10. Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture onto the toasted buns and serve hot.

Notes

Serve with pickles or coleslaw for added crunch.