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Easy Sloppy Joes Recipe That Delivers 5Minute Comfort Food Bliss

Easy Sloppy Joes Recipe

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Easy Sloppy Joes Recipe for quick tasty comfort food in 5 minutes Perfect for busy nights when you want a satisfying meal fast

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (preferably 80/20 for flavor and juiciness)
  • 1 small onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce (plain, not seasoned)
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (packed)
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
  • Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned with no pink left—about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  • Stir in diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until vegetables soften, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Pour in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and yellow mustard. Sprinkle brown sugar over the mixture. Stir well to combine. Season with salt (start with 1/2 teaspoon) and pepper (start with 1/4 teaspoon), then adjust to taste.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and let simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • While sauce simmers, toast hamburger buns until lightly golden. Buttering them is optional for extra flavor.
  • Spoon a generous amount of sloppy joe mixture onto each bun base. Top with the bun top and serve warm.
  • Notes

    This easy sloppy joes recipe delivers a quick, tangy classic flavor with simple ingredients and easy steps, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.