Description
Easy-to-make and full of sweet tangy flavor Sloppy Joe sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. of sirloin ground beef
- 1 cup of chopped sweet onion – like Vidalia
- 3 tsp. of minced garlic
- 1 cup of ketchup
- 1 cup of chopped red, and yellow bell peppers
- 1/4 cup of Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup of light brown sugar
- 3 Tbsp. of yellow mustard
- 3 Tbsp. of apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp. of chili powder
- Hamburger buns
Instructions
- Cook ground beef with onion and garlic until beef is browned and onion is tender
- drain fat (if necessary)
- In a slow cooker – combine, ketchup, peppers, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, vinegar, and chili powder – mix well
- Add the cooked and drained beef mixture
- Stir everything until beef is coated with the liquid mixture
- Cover and cook on low for about 6-8 hours
- Serve on hamburger buns or brioche buns
Notes
Can I make this recipe in advance?
Yes! Make them in the Slow Cooker earlier in the day or make them a day or two in advance.
Reheating: Place back in the slow cooker and set it to warm, cook on the stovetop (with the lid on) or microwave
Can I Freeze Sloppy Joes?
Yes! Sloppy Joes are a great candidate for a freezer meal. Simply let the meat cool and place it in an airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Thawing: Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave
Do you have to make this Sloppy Joe Recipe in a Slow Cooker?
No. This recipe is easily adapted to cook on the stovetop and is done in less than 30 minutes.
To cook on the stovetop – While following the recipe…Drain the meat and onion mixture. Add the rest of the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the peppers are tender. Serve over hamburger or brioche buns
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: beef, sandwich, Sloppy Joes
