Best 12 Blue Ribbon Sloppy Joes Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with our tantalizing Blue Ribbon Sloppy Joes, a culinary masterpiece that has earned top honors at prestigious fairs. This delectable dish, crafted with a symphony of flavors, is sure to leave you craving for more. Savor the tender and juicy ground beef, lovingly seasoned with a secret blend of spices, enveloped in a rich and tangy sauce that strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and tang. Nestled within soft and fluffy hamburger buns, these sloppy joes are an explosion of flavors that will delight your palate. This article presents a collection of three exceptional Blue Ribbon Sloppy Joe recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. The first recipe features the traditional ground beef filling, while the second tantalizes with a blend of ground beef and sausage. For a vegetarian delight, the third recipe showcases the versatility of sloppy joes with a flavorful combination of lentils and vegetables.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THE BEST SLOPPY JOE RECIPE



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The BEST recipe for a homemade Sloppy Joe! Ground beef in a hearty tomato sauce on toasted hamburger buns. The perfect recipe for lunch or dinner.

Provided by Valentina Ablaev

Categories     Easy

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small onion (finely chopped)
1/2 small green bell pepper (seeded and finely diced)
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 tsp yellow mustard
1/4 cup water
1 Tbsp brown sugar
15 oz can tomato sauce
1 lb lean ground beef (85%-90% lean)
1 Tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt (or to taste)
¼ tsp ground black pepper (or to taste)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
4 hamburger buns (toasted if desired)

Steps:

  • Finely chop the onion. Seed and finely dice the green pepper.
  • In a bowl, combine the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, water, brown sugar, and tomato sauce.
  • Place a large skillet or dutch oven over medium/high heat. Add olive oil and ground beef. Saute the beef for about 5 minutes until cooked through and longer pink, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper and add in the diced peppers and onion. Cook another 5 minutes until the veggies are tender and beef is browned.
  • Add the minced garlic and saute 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly. Add in the sauce and bring to a light boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve on toasted buns for Sloppy Joe Sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 1197 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 12 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THE BEST SLOPPY JOES



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This is weeknight comfort food at its finest. We created a homemade sauce that is tangy and flavorful but also quick and easy. We used both ketchup and canned tomato sauce for lots of tomato-y zip and just a touch of brown sugar for a bit of sweetness and slight caramel finish. Green bell pepper is a key addition; it really enhances the other ingredients, elevating the flavor profile into the realm of a true sloppy joe.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound lean ground beef
12 ounces (1 1/3 cup) tomato sauce
3/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon paprika
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 hamburger buns, toasted

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and starting to caramelize in some spots, 6 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the beef and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon or spatula, until it is browned, no longer pink in the middle and cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, red wine vinegar, paprika, cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon salt and a generous amount of black pepper and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened and heated through, 5 to 6 minutes. Spoon the meat onto the toasted buns.

SLOPPY JOES



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Sloppy Joes are always a family favorite and this homemade recipe will be on repeat. With the perfect balance of flavors, this mix cooks down to sweet and tangy perfection. It's an economical family meal.

Provided by Shannon Smith

Categories     Beef

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3-4 lb ground beef, browned & drained
1 jar(s) chili sauce (12 oz)
1 jar(s) water, fill empty chili sauce bottle and use
1 c ketchup
1/4 c cider vinegar
1/2 c brown sugar
1/4 c sweet pickle relish (add more to taste)
1 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Brown ground beef and drain in a large skillet.
  • 2. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and sweet relish.
  • 3. Add all sauce ingredients and stir well. Turn heat to low. Cover and simmer for at least 2 hours.
  • 4. Make sure to stir often ad don't allow the mixture to dry out.
  • 5. Serve with your favorite rolls. Enjoy!

SLOPPY JOE MIX



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Dawn is right. Don't be intimidated by all the ingredients for these homemade sloppy joes. This recipe is really easy to throw together! It's full-bodied with a hint of sweetness and just a kick of spice. A simple dinner the entire family will love.

Provided by Dawn Whitted

Categories     Beef

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 lb ground beef
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 medium celery, diced
1/2 medium bell pepper, diced
1 pinch red pepper flakes
3 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp ground mustard
2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp yellow mustard
2 Tbsp chili sauce
1/2 c catsup
1/4 c brown sugar, firmly packed
4 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 can(s) tomato paste (6 oz can)
1 1/2 c stewed tomatoes with juice
1/4 c water
pinch salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet, over medium heat, begin browning ground beef. When half way through add garlic, diced veggies, and seasonings through the ground mustard. Saute until the beef is completely browned and veggies are opaque.
  • 2. Add the remaining ingredients breaking up the stewed tomatoes into smaller bite-sized pieces; combine well.
  • 3. Simmer the sloppy joe mixture for 30-40 minutes on low heat to marry flavors together. Or, transfer this mixture into a Crock Pot and slow cook on low for 1-2 hours.
  • 4. Serve on burger buns with pickle slices and American cheese slices.

STROMBOLI JOES



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Everyone in the Test Kitchen loved this Italian twist on the classic sloppy joe. The amount of Italian seasoning in the meat mixture is just right and pairs perfectly with the garlic butter and cheese on the bread. This is a cinch to make and will be a crowd pleaser. A great dinner recipe for a busy night or for your next...

Provided by Stephanie Dodd

Categories     Beef

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lb ground beef
1/4 c finely chopped onion
1 c catsup
1 c tomato sauce
1/4 c grated Parmesan cheese
2 tsp garlic powder, divided
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp fennel seed
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 c butter, softened
2 lb loaves Italian bread, halved lengthwise (1 each)
2 c shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz.)

Steps:

  • 1. In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • 2. Stir in the catsup, tomato sauce, Parmesan cheese, 1/2 tsp. garlic powder, oregano, fennel seed and Italian seasoning.
  • 3. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  • 4. In a small bowl, combine butter and remaining garlic powder.
  • 5. Spread over top halves of bread.
  • 6. Sprinkle 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese over each bottom bread half.
  • 7. Spoon meat mixture over top.
  • 8. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • 9. Replace bread tops.
  • 10. Wrap each sandwich loaf in foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 - 30 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • 11. Slice into eight pieces from each loaf. Yield: 2 sandwich loaves (8 servings each).

BAKED SLOPPY JOE WITH BISCUITS



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This is a fantastic rustic sloppy joe recipe. It's super easy to make the sauce - in fact, you probably have the ingredients in your kitchen. Cooking the biscuits on top is genius. It's wonderful to serve the sloppy joes with a big biscuit on top. As you cut into it with a fork, scoop up some of the sloppy joe, and eat it all...

Provided by Sharon Freeze

Categories     Casseroles

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lb lean ground beef or ground turkey (or a combination of the two)
1 c chopped onion
4 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 c ketchup
2 tsp salt (or to taste)
1/4 tsp pepper (or to taste)
1 1/2 c water (more if needed)
1 pkg refrigerator biscuits (my preference is the large buttermilk variety)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat a cast-iron Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • 2. Chop the onion.
  • 3. Place the ground meat and the onion in the Dutch oven.
  • 4. Brown the mixture until the meat is completely cooked and the onion is soft and translucent. Drain any fat off the meat before continuing.
  • 5. After the meat mixture has been browned and drained, add the flour, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, pepper, and water. If you have a favorite Sloppy Joe recipe, you can certainly use it as the meat mixture for this meal in place of the recipe described to this point. Whatever meat mixture you are using, stir well and bring the mixture to a boil. Be sure the mixture is very moist (but not watery) as it will be baked along with the biscuits.
  • 6. Take the meat mixture off the heat and arrange the refrigerator biscuits evenly over the top of the meat mixture.
  • 7. Bake, uncovered, according to the directions on the biscuit package until the biscuits are golden brown. If you are cooking outdoors with hot briquets and a 12" camp-style Dutch oven (one that has three legs and a lid that is concave and has a lip to hold the briquets in place), place 8 briquets under the cast-iron Dutch oven and 24 on the lid. Bake, covered, until the biscuits are golden brown. If you have never used your cast iron Dutch oven outdoors with briquets, this is a great recipe for starters. It is very easy to get wonderful results! This can also be made in a 12-inch cast iron skillet or an enamel coated Dutch oven.

YUMMY SLOPPY JOES



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We love a homemade sloppy joe recipe and this one is sweet and tangy. The mix has a lot of texture and flavor from all the fresh veggies. Top on a soft roll for a hearty and filling family dinner. Great for a weeknight when short on prep time. Very yummy!

Provided by Dana Ramsey

Categories     Beef

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lb lean ground beef
1/2 c chopped onion
2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1/4 c chopped green pepper
1 2/3 c canned crushed tomatoes
1/4 c ketchup
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp white vinegar
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 Tbsp steak sauce
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp ground mustard
1/4 tsp paprika (I use Hungarian as it has more flavor than the regular)
8 sandwich buns, split

Steps:

  • 1. In a Dutch oven over medium heat brown your ground beef, onion, celery and green pepper until the meat is no longer pink and the veggies are tender; drain.
  • 2. Add the next 9 ingredients; mix well.
  • 3. Simmer uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes stirring occasionally.
  • 4. Spoon 1/2 cup of the meat mixture into each bun. Enjoy!

BBQ SLOPPY JOE SLIDERS



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For years I just made my Mother's Sloppy Joe recipe. Then one day I decided to try it with some BBQ sauce. My family loved it so well that's the only way they want it fixed. It is super quick and easy to prepare. It goes great with slaw and chips.

Provided by Virginia (Ginger) Dean @grannyginger

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound(s) ground round
1/2 cup(s) ketchup
1/2 cup(s) bbq sauce, (i like kc masterpiece, original)
1 - 2 tablespoon(s) prepared mustard
1 teaspoon(s) onion flakes, dehydrated
12 - sliders, or other mini buns

Steps:

  • Brown ground round; drain off any excess fat. (Ground round is so lean there usually isn't any excess fat).
  • Stir in ketchup, BBQ sauce, mustard, and onions. Simmer covered on low heat for 10 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. If your mixture seems too thick, add a little extra BBQ sauce or a Tablespoon or two of water.
  • Using heaping Tablespoons put the meat on the buns. Optional: If you prefer, you can mayonnaise the buns first; or simply put the mayonnaise out for everyone to add according to their preference).

SLOPPY JOES



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Food Network

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 large green bell pepper, diced
1/2 large onion, diced
1 1/2 cups ketchup
5 cloves garlic, minced
Hot sauce, such as Tabasco
Worcestershire sauce
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 kaiser rolls
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons chili powder, or more as needed
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more as needed
2 tablespoons butter, softened
Chips or salad, for serving, if desired

Steps:

  • Start by browning the ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat. Drain off the fat.
  • Add in the green peppers and onions. Stir, and then add 1 cup water, the ketchup and garlic. Stir it around to combine, and then add the brown sugar, chili powder, dry mustard, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce, Worcestershire, salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine, and then cover and simmer over medium-low heat, about 20 minutes.
  • To serve, spread the rolls with the butter and brown them on a griddle or in a skillet. Spoon a good amount of the meat mixture onto the bottom roll, and then top with the other half. Serve with chips, salad or just enjoy it by itself.

SUPER SLOPPY JOES



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 super sloppy sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan
1 1/4 pounds ground beef sirloin
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon steak seasoning blend, such as McCormick brand Montreal Seasoning
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 crusty rolls, split, toasted, and lightly buttered
Garnish: sliced ripe tomatoes, pickles, Deviled Potato Salad, recipe follows
5 all-purpose potatoes, peeled and diced
Coarse salt
1/4 onion
3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
1/2 cup mayonnaise, eyeball the amount
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon hot cayenne pepper sauce (recommended: Tabasco or Frank's Red Hot)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add oil and meat to the pan. Spread the meat around the pan and begin to break it up. Combine brown sugar and steak seasoning. Add sugar and spice mixture to the skillet and combine. When the meat has browned, add onion and red peppers to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium and cook onions, peppers, red wine vinegar and Worcestershire sauce with meat for 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce and paste to pan. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to simmer and cook Sloppy Joe mixture 5 minutes longer. Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, pile sloppy meat onto toasted, buttered bun bottoms and cover with bun tops. Serve with your favorite sides or sliced tomatoes seasoned with salt and pepper, dill pickles and Deviled Potato Salad. Have plenty of napkins on hand!
  • Boil potatoes in water seasoned with coarse salt until they are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain cooked potatoes and return to the warm pot to dry them out. Let the potatoes stand 2 minutes, then spread potatoes out on to a cookie sheet to quick-cool them.
  • In the bottom of a medium mixing bowl, grate 1/4 onion using a hand grater. Add mustard and mayonnaise, paprika and cayenne pepper sauce to the grated onion and stir to combine. Add potatoes to the bowl and stir to evenly distribute dressing. Season potato salad with salt and pepper and taste to adjust your seasonings. Top servings of salad with chopped scallions.

HOMEMADE SLOPPY JOES



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Despite the name of this iconic retro dish, the secret to a great sloppy joe is a thick, rich, almost dry consistency, which allows the sandwich to be eaten with your hands. Serve on hamburger buns.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ pounds extra lean ground beef
½ onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 green pepper, diced
1 cup water
¾ cup ketchup
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 ½ teaspoons salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup water
1 pinch cayenne pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place ground beef and onion in a large skillet. Turn heat to medium and cook and stir the mixture constantly until the beef is browned and forms small crumbles, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and green bell pepper; cook and stir until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 cup water and stir, scraping the pan to dissolve any brown flavor bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  • Mix in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Add 1 more cup water and return mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated and the mixture is thick, about 40 minutes.
  • Season with salt , black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1001.5 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

SLOPPY JOES II



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This is the recipe my mother used for sloppy joes and it always gets compliments!

Provided by Tamara

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
¾ cup ketchup
3 teaspoons brown sugar
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, onion, and green pepper; drain off liquids.
  • Stir in the garlic powder, mustard, ketchup, and brown sugar; mix thoroughly. Reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 416.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sloppy joes.
  • Brown the ground beef well. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the meat from becoming dry.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings to your taste. If you like things spicier, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper. If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add more brown sugar or ketchup.
  • Let the sloppy joes simmer for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve sloppy joes on toasted buns. This will help to soak up the sauce and prevent the buns from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

Sloppy joes are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like them classic or spicy, sweet or savory, there's a sloppy joe recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give sloppy joes a try.

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