Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
3 hrs 20 mins
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Total Time
3 hrs 30 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
244 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes
Description
Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes start by browning lean ground beef, then cooking it briefly with chopped onion and bell pepper. The mixture is transferred to a slow cooker where ketchup, tomato sauce and paste, brown sugar, cider vinegar, yellow mustard, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, ancho chili powder, salt, and garlic powder are combined. Cooking on low heat for 3 to 4 hours melds the ingredients, producing a thick, flavorful sauce coating tender meat and softened vegetables. The brown sugar balances acidity, while the liquid smoke and chili powder add subtle layers of flavor without heat.
Serve this filling on sandwich buns or rolls for a classic meal. It pairs well with simple sides or can be served with additional toppings like pickles or cheese if desired. To vary sweetness, adjust the brown sugar amount according to taste. The recipe uses 90% lean beef but can be adapted with other ground meats for lighter versions.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef lean
- 1 cup onion white or yellow, chopped
- 1 cup bell pepper chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 8 ounce tomato sauce canned
- 6 ounce tomato paste canned
- 1/4 cup brown sugar firmly packed*
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Add ground beef to large skillet, and brown over medium heat.
- Drain browned ground beef, and return to pan along with onion and bell pepper.
- Cook, stirring regularly, until vegetables are just softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add beef and vegetable mixture to slow cooker along with remaining ingredients.
- Stir to combine.
- Cover, and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours.
Notes
- Use 90% lean ground beef for the best balance of flavor and fat; ground chicken or turkey can be substituted.
- Adjust brown sugar starting from half if a less sweet taste is preferred.
- The ancho chili powder adds flavor without spiciness; increase it if a bit of heat is wanted.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 244 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 244kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 55mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 728mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 775mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 1186IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 33mg | 37% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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