Pepperoni Pizza Sloppy Joes
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
675 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pepperoni Pizza Sloppy Joes
Description
The Pepperoni Pizza Sloppy Joes recipe includes ground beef browned with salt, black pepper, and minced garlic. After draining excess fat, Italian seasoning, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, sugar, and diced pepperoni are added to the pan. Simmering for several minutes melds these ingredients, combining savory meat with spicy and herby flavors from the pepperoni and seasonings.
The sandwich is assembled by spooning the warm meat mixture onto hamburger buns and finishing each with a slice of mozzarella cheese, which melts over the hot filling. This melds the taste of pizza toppings with the textured, saucy nature of sloppy joes, creating a satisfying and rich sandwich option.
As a versatile dish, it can serve as a family meal or a casual lunch. The combination of tomato-based sauce, savory beef, and cheese provides a comforting experience reminiscent of pizza but in sandwich form. No additional notes are provided regarding storage or variations.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. ground beef
- 15 oz pepperoni package
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp garlic minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 crushed tomatoes 15 oz. can
- 1 tomato sauce 8 oz. can
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 6 Hamburger Bun
- 6 lices mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet with the salt, pepper and minced garlic. Drain off any excess grease.
- Stir in the Italian Seasoning, tomatoes, tomato sauce, sugar and pepperoni.
- Allow the ingredients to simmer on low for 5-7 minutes until the flavors are combined.
- Serve on the buns and top with the mozzarella cheese. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 675 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 675kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 48g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 137mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 1767mg | 74% |
| Potassium | 751mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 245IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 123mg | 12% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.