Quick and Easy Sloppy Joes (30 Minutes)

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Sloppy joes are a classic American comfort food that are quick, easy, and delicious. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want to get dinner on the table fast. Made with ground beef, tangy tomato sauce, and a hint of sweetness, these sandwiches are sure to be a hit with the whole family. Serve them with a side of sweet potato fries or a simple green salad for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp. brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp. yellow mustard
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 4 hamburger buns

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
  2. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
  4. Toast the hamburger buns and spoon the meat mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Top with the remaining bun halves and serve immediately.

Notes

With this recipe, you can have dinner on the table in 30 minutes flat — who doesn’t love that? You can also make the meat mixture ahead of time and reheat it when you’re ready to serve if you’re in a time crunch. Feel free to customize this recipe to your taste by adding extra spices or toppings like cheese or pickles. To make the meal healthier, use lean ground beef or substitute with ground turkey or even plant-based meat. Enjoy!

*The following nutritional information is based on estimates.

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