Classic American Sloppy Joes: A Kid-Pleasing Family Favorite

Sloppy Joes are a classic American comfort food loved by kids and adults alike. This delicious and easy homemade recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner. Made with ground beef, onions, peppers, and a tangy tomato-based sauce, these Sloppy Joes are packed with flavor and served on soft hamburger buns. Get ready to enjoy a messy and fun meal that will please the whole family!

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8 hamburger buns

Directions

1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until fully cooked.
2. Transfer the cooked beef to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess fat.
3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
5. Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper.
7. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables in the skillet. Stir well to combine.
8. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Toast the hamburger buns until lightly browned.
10. Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture onto each toasted bun.
11. Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious mess!

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