Classic Homemade Sloppy Joes

This recipe for Jeff's Sloppy Joes is a classic and easy way to make the perfect sloppy joes at home. Packed with flavorful ground beef, onions, and peppers, these sandwiches are a crowd-pleaser. Serve them on toasted buns and enjoy the nostalgic taste of this American favorite. Get ready to get messy!

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 small green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 hamburger buns, toasted

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the diced onion, diced bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour the sauce into the skillet with the ground beef and vegetables. Stir to combine.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Toast the hamburger buns in a toaster or under the broiler until slightly golden.
6. Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Top with the other half of the bun.
7. Serve the sloppy joes hot and enjoy!

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