Dallas-Style Sloppy Joes

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 8 hamburger buns, split and toasted

Directions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook and stir until the vegetables are tender. Drain any excess fat.
2. Stir in the diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Spoon the mixture onto the toasted buns and serve.

Interesting Facts

• The sloppy joe sandwich originated in Sioux City, Iowa in the 1930s.
• The first recipe for Sloppy Joes appeared in a 1936 cookbook.
• Dallas-style Sloppy Joes are made with ground beef, onion, bell pepper, garlic, and a flavorful tomato sauce.