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Homemade Sloppy Joes

Homemade Sloppy Joes: A Saucy Family Favorite for Dinner

Enjoy the nostalgic comfort of homemade sloppy joes, a quick and customizable dinner option for the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (90/10) or ground turkey/chicken
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil
  • 1 cup sweet onion (diced) or yellow onion
  • 1 cup green bell pepper (diced) or red bell pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste or fresh tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced) fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 cup beef stock or chicken stock/vegetable broth
  • ½ cup ketchup low-sugar option available
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce no substitute recommended
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
For Seasoning
  • to taste kosher salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • large cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Sloppy Joes
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, cooking until browned and crumbly (3-5 minutes). Drain excess fat.
  2. Stir in diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until tender and translucent.
  3. Incorporate tomato paste, garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, and cayenne. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in beef stock, scraping the skillet bottom to deglaze. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Add ketchup, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Stir until combined and glossy.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Serve on soft toasted buns and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a spicier kick, consider increasing the cayenne pepper or chili powder. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings!

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