Best 10 Grandmas Best Ever Sloppy Joes Recipes

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Sloppy Joes, a beloved American comfort food, are open-faced sandwiches filled with a flavorful ground beef mixture. This versatile dish, perfect for casual gatherings and weeknight dinners, has endless variations. We present you with a collection of three delectable Sloppy Joe recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and taste buds.

Our first recipe, "Grandma's Best-Ever Sloppy Joes," is a classic that stays true to the traditional flavors. This recipe uses a combination of ground beef, onions, bell peppers, and a tangy sauce made with ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar. It strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory, with a hint of spice.

For those seeking a healthier alternative, we offer our "Lean and Mean Sloppy Joes." This recipe uses ground turkey instead of beef, reducing saturated fat while maintaining a satisfying taste. Topped with a homemade sauce made from fresh tomatoes, bell peppers, and spices, it's a flavorful and nutritious choice.

Finally, our "Vegetarian Sloppy Joes" cater to plant-based diets. Featuring a hearty combination of lentils, mushrooms, and vegetables, this recipe delivers a meaty texture and a rich umami flavor. The sauce, made with a blend of tomato paste, vegetable broth, and spices, is bursting with vibrant flavors.

With these three recipes, you'll have a Sloppy Joe variation for every occasion and preference. Whether you're a traditionalist, health-conscious, or vegetarian, these recipes guarantee a delicious and satisfying meal that will please everyone at the table.

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

GRANDMAS SLOPPY JOES



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This was one of my favorite things that my grandma made...it is a comfort food for me. It is so easy, and so delicious!

Provided by Miss Diggy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs hamburger
1 onion, diced
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 -3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon vinegar
1/2 cup catsup
2 teaspoons chili powder
salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon mustard (optional)

Steps:

  • Brown hamburger and onion.
  • Drain out grease.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer 15-20 minutes with lid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.5, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 101.5, Sodium 794.1, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 11.4, Protein 32.9

GRANDMA'S BEST-EVER SLOPPY JOES



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This recipe came from my grandma--one of the few we found written down! I grew up eating these sloppy joes as a kid and now my own kids love them too. Add the oatmeal in small portions and slowly--it doesn't take a whole lot. If you choose, you can also used minced onion to taste--works well if you need to cook more quickly!

Provided by kellib626

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb hamburger
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons vinegar
2 tablespoons mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
3/4 cup tomato juice
1/2 cup ketchup
3/4 cup water
quick cooking oatmeal

Steps:

  • Brown hamburger and onion, drain. Combine brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, tomato juice, ketchup and water--pour over browned hamburger. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium low heat. While simmering, add small amounts of quick cooking oatmeal to hamburger mixture to thicken up sauce--sprinkle slowly in parts. Serve over buns.

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.

GRANDMA'S SLOPPY JOES FROM SCRATCH



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A good, old fashioned recipe for Southern-style sloppy joes- these sandwiches come straight from my Grandma's kitchen.

Provided by Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Sandwich

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 large white onion (roughly chopped)
salt & black pepper (to taste)
1 cup ketchup
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 packed tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp yellow mustard
6 hamburger sized buns

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef- about 5 minutes & breaking it up as it cooks.
  • Stir in the onions, and season the mixture with salt & pepper- to taste.
  • Continue cooking the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened and begun to caramelize- about another 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the skillet, stirring them in until evenly combined.
  • Bring the sauce to a simmer, the reduce the heat to maintain a slow simmer. Cook the mixture like that for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • When the sloppy joe mix has thickened, remove the skillet from heat
  • Scoop the filling onto fluffy buns, or on slices of toast and serve as sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 766 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRANDMA'S SLOPPY JOES



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My grandma gave me this recipe last year. My co-workers are always asking me to make it for them. The ground cloves add that special flavor

Provided by JENNCARLEN

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon salt
4 hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the ground beef, onion, and green pepper. Cook until beef is browned, and drain off excess grease. Stir in the brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup and mustard, and season with cloves and salt. Simmer for 30 minutes on low. Serve on hamburger buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 1647.5 mg, Sugar 20 g

CHEF JOHN'S SLOPPY JOES



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The secret to a great 'Sloppy Joe' is a thick, rich, almost dry consistency, which allows it to be eaten two-fisted, sans fork.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

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

Steps:

  • Combine the ground beef and onion in a cold skillet, place the skillet onto a stove burner, and turn the heat to medium; cook and stir until the beef is crumbly and browned. Stir the garlic and bell pepper into the beef mixture; continue cooking and stirring until the vegetables are tender, 2 to 3 more minutes. Add 1 cup of water. Mix in ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper. Pour in 1 more cup of water. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook until the mixture becomes very thick, 30 to 45 minutes. Adjust salt and pepper as needed. Season with cayenne.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 83.6 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 991.9 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

GRANDMA'S SLOPPY JOES



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My friend Natalie gave me this recipe that was handed down from her Grandmother. So much more flavor (and less preservatives) than the pre-fab stuff.

Provided by Faux Chef Lael

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 medium green pepper, finely chopped
1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 (12 ounce) jar chili sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
3 ounces water
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute the onion, green pepper and ground beef until beef is browned. Drain any liquid or grease off.
  • Add brown sugar and chili sauce and mix well.
  • Add tomato paste, then fill the can halfway with water (about 3 ounces) and stir into mixture.
  • Simmer on low heat until hot and bubbly. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve on buns or homemade bread with your choice of condiments. We like to melt cheese on top!

GRANDMA'S SLOPPY JOES



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My grandma served these sandwiches each time I visited as a child. When I had children of my own, I relied on this recipe as an inexpensive way to feed them. They like it, and now my grandchildren do, too. - Patricia Pidgeon, Sycamore, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1-1/2 cups ketchup
3/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
8 hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the ketchup, relish and brown sugar; mix well. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until heated through. Spoon onto buns.

Nutrition Facts :

BEST SLOPPY JOES



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Who isn't looking for quick, healthy meal solutions during the busy holiday and shopping season? Here's a sophisticated twist on a kid favorite. My daughter, Tiffany, came up with this lower-fat version of traditional sloppy joes. Best of all, this recipe can be made ahead and frozen for real holiday convenience. However, the tangy kick from the orange peel may not appeal to all children. -Suzanne McKinley, Lyons, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon molasses
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
Pinch ground cloves
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest, optional
6 whole wheat buns, split

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, molasses, prepared mustard, ground mustard, cloves, cayenne and orange zest if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Serve on buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

BEST EVER SLOPPY JOES



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This recipe was given to me by a friend who is a celebrated chef - oddly enough - it was not something he concocted - it was his sisters recipe. Simply put it is the best sloppy joe I have ever had.

Provided by TP1167

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h30m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 lb breakfast sausage
1 bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup flour

Steps:

  • In large pan, I use a large electric skillet, brown the ground beef and sausage. Drain off the fat.
  • Add remaining ingredients to the pan except for the flour and mix well.
  • Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally breaking up any large chunks of meat.
  • Once mixture has cooked through (approximately 60 mins) and is slightly thickend sift flour over the top and mix in well to further thicken.
  • Note: This can also be made in a crockpot, simply put the browned meats in the crock pot - add the remaining ingredients except for flour, cook on low 6-8 hours and then turn to high and stir in the flour to thicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.4, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 52.8, Sodium 1633.7, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 4, Sugar 10.4, Protein 18.3

Tips:

  • Use a good quality ground beef for the best flavor. Ground chuck or sirloin are good choices.
  • Brown the beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. This will help to develop the flavor and prevent the beef from becoming dry.
  • Add the onion and green pepper to the skillet and cook until they are softened.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  • Serve the sloppy joes on hamburger buns with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, lettuce, and tomato.

Conclusion:

Grandma's Best Ever Sloppy Joes are a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that your family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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