Description
This Old Fashioned Sloppy Joe recipe is a classic, easy-to-make comfort food featuring ground beef simmered in a savory and slightly sweet tomato-based sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (optional)
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup water (as needed)
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked.
- Add the chopped onion and bell pepper (if using) and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
- Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Toast the hamburger buns if desired.
- Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture onto the buns and serve warm.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce grease.
- You can add a splash of vinegar or mustard for extra tang.
- This mixture freezes well—perfect for meal prep!
- Serve with pickles or coleslaw for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
