Auntie Dearest Sloppy Joes Recipe

Unlock the secret to the BEST sloppy joes! This family recipe is incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize it to your liking. Sweet? Add more sugar! Don't like peppers? Leave them out! Made with pantry staples, this easy recipe is ready in just 15 minutes. Get creative and make it YOUR own sloppy joe masterpiece!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 231.7 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Auntie Dearest Sloppy Joes

  • 1 1/2 pounds Ground Beef
  • 1 large Onion, chopped
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped (optional)
  • Garlic Clove (not specified in recipe)
  • Chili Powder (not specified in recipe)
  • Barbecue Sauce (not specified in recipe)
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • Vinegar (not specified in recipe)
  • Flour (not specified in recipe)
  • Milk (not specified in recipe)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can Tomato Sauce OR 1 (15 ounce) can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Prepared Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • Hamburger Buns (for serving)

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How to Make Auntie Dearest Sloppy Joes

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion and green pepper (if using) to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  5. Serve the sloppy joe mixture on hamburger buns. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

32g

Fat

25g

Carbs

4g