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Homemade Sloppy Joes

These easy homemade Sloppy Joes are savory, saucy, and packed with flavor! Made with ground beef, a tangy-sweet tomato sauce, and toasted buns, this family-favorite meal comes together in just 30 minutes—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp yellow mustard
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 4 pieces burger buns
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 4 slices cheese (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up as it browns.
  • Drain excess fat if needed.
  • Add finely chopped onion and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  • Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
  • While the sauce is simmering, spread butter on buns and toast them in a skillet or oven until golden.
  • Once the sauce has thickened, spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture onto the toasted buns.
  • Top with cheese slices (optional), and serve warm!

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g
Keyword Comfort Food, Easy Weeknight Dinner, Homemade Sloppy Joes, Quick Family Meal
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