Homestyle Sloppy Joes

Homestyle Sloppy Joes ingredients

• 1.5 lbs ground beef (85/15 or 80/20)
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp light brown sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup water or beef broth
• 0.75 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 6 for serving hamburger buns

How to make Homestyle Sloppy Joes

1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until no pink remains, then drain off any excess grease.
2. Add the diced yellow onion and green bell pepper to the skillet with the beef. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the tomato paste, ketchup, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, water (or beef broth), salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of water or broth. If too thin, simmer uncovered for a few more minutes.
7. Lightly toast the hamburger buns if desired.
8. Spoon a generous amount of the sloppy joe mixture onto each hamburger bun and serve immediately.

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