Don T Bother With The Canned Stuff Sloppy Joes Recipe

Say goodbye to bland canned sloppy joes! This recipe delivers a family-friendly weeknight meal that's surprisingly easy and bursting with flavor. Made from scratch with simple ingredients, these sloppy joes are so much better than anything from a can – and just as quick to make! Get ready for tender, juicy beef in a rich, tangy sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 257.4 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Don T Bother With The Canned Stuff Sloppy Joes

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Don T Bother With The Canned Stuff Sloppy Joes

  • Lean Ground Beef
  • 2 tbsp steak seasoning (or your favorite seasoned salt)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • Bell Pepper
  • Tomato Sauce
  • Ketchup
  • White Vinegar
  • Brown Sugar
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Garlic Powder
  • Ground Mustard
  • Hamburger Buns

How to Make Don T Bother With The Canned Stuff Sloppy Joes

  1. Brown 1 lb of ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
  3. Return the browned beef to the skillet. Stir in 2 tbsp steak seasoning, 1 medium chopped onion, and 1 chopped green bell pepper.
  4. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
  5. Add 1 (15 ounce) can of tomato sauce, 1 (15 ounce) can of undrained diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp yellow mustard, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp onion powder.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  7. Serve the sloppy joe mixture on hamburger buns or rolls. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

23g

Carbs

4g

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