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Ultimate Sloppy Joes Recipe

Ultimate Sloppy Joes Recipe

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This recipe for Ultimate Sloppy Joes is a classic comfort food favorite that is easy to make and incredibly flavorful. With a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors, these sloppy joes are sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Ingredients

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Ground Beef Mixture:

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Sauce:

  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 3/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Brown the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to a large skillet on high heat and brown until a deep brown crust appears before breaking the beef apart.
  2. Cook the Vegetables: Add butter, onions, and bell pepper to the pan. Let brown before stirring. Add the beef back into the pan.
  3. Add Seasonings: Stir in garlic, mustard, ketchup, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Cook until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  4. Serve: Spoon the mixture onto toasted hamburger buns and enjoy!

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Keywords: Sloppy Joes, ground beef, comfort food, easy recipe, family-friendly