Andie's Quick 'n Easy Sneaky Sloppy Joes - A Delicious and Kid-Friendly Recipe

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Andie's Quick 'n Easy Sneaky Sloppy Joes - A Delicious and Kid-Friendly Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 25, 2023

Try Andie's Quick 'n Easy Sneaky Sloppy Joes recipe for a delicious and kid-friendly meal. Made with ground beef, vegetables, and a flavorful sauce, these Sloppy Joes are a family favorite. They are quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights or weekend dinners. Serve them on hamburger buns with a side of fries for a complete meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Hamburger buns, for serving

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
  3. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the ground beef and vegetables. Stir well to combine.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. While the mixture simmers, toast the hamburger buns.
  8. Serve the sloppy joe mixture on the toasted buns and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Sloppy Joes were created by a cook named Joe in Sioux City, Iowa.
  • The term 'Sloppy Joes' originally referred to any kind of messy sandwich.
  • This recipe adds hidden vegetables to make it healthier and sneakier for picky eaters.