Authentic Homemade Sloppy Joes from the Women's Club Cookbook

Try this authentic homemade sloppy joes recipe that has been passed down through generations. Made with ground beef, onions, bell peppers, tomato sauce, and a secret blend of spices, these sloppy joes are sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Serve on soft buns for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Hamburger buns for serving

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain the excess fat.
2. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are tender.
3. Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors are well blended.
5. Toast the hamburger buns if desired, and spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom halves of the buns.
6. Cover with the top halves of the buns and serve hot.

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