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Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes Recipe

Hearty and flavorful old fashioned sloppy joes! This homemade sauce is perfect for using as a quick weeknight meal for the family! 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 192 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 
  • 1 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard or can use dijon
  • 1 tablespoon molasses can sub with brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 6 hamburger buns

Instructions

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  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add in the bell pepper and onion. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  2. Add in the ground beef. Continue cooking over medium heat. Breaking up the meat while it cooks. Cook until the meat is completely browned, approximately 5 minutes. 
  3. Once the meat is browned and the onion and peppers are tender, add in the garlic. Cook an additional 30 seconds. 
  4. Add in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, tomato sauce, ground mustard, molasses, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Stir to coat the meat. 
  5. Bring to a low simmer, allow the meat to cook in the sauce, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes until the sauce reduces and mixture is thick.
  6. During this time prepare the hamburger buns by spreading a little butter on the insides and toasting in a skillet. 
  7. Serve the sloppy joes warm. 

Notes

  • Ground Beef: use an 85-90% lean beef, if using a lower percentage be sure to drain the excess grease after cooking the meat. 
  • Make Ahead Instructions: 
  • Freezing & Storage: 
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  • Prepare the recipe as instructed, store the meat sauce in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 
  • Reheat: heat the meat sauce over medium low heat on the stovetop for 10-12 minutes until heated through. 
  • Prepare the meat sauce as instructed, allow to cool to room temperature. Store in a sealed freezer safe container. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. 
  • Remove to the refrigerator to thaw overnight. 
  • Reheat on the stovetop over medium low heat heat until warmed through, about 10-12 minutes. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 192kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 11g (17%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 192

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 192kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 11g 17%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.