Classic American Sloppy Joes
Traditional dish · American
A quintessential American comfort food, this classic Sloppy Joe features a savory, slightly sweet, and tangy ground beef mixture simmered in a tomato-based sauce, served on a soft hamburger bun.
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Ingredients
- Ground beef1 lb
- Yellow onion1/2 cup, finely chopped
- Ketchup1/2 cup
- Brown sugar2 tbsp
- Worcestershire sauce1 tbsp
- Yellow mustard1 tsp
- Salt1/2 tsp
- Black pepper1/4 tsp
- Hamburger buns4
Steps
- 1
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium-high heat until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain off any excess grease.
- 2
Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally.
- 4
While the mixture simmers, lightly toast the hamburger buns.
- 5
Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture generously onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Top with the other half of the bun.
