Best 7 Hidden Sloppy Joe Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our irresistible Hidden Sloppy Joe recipes, a delightful twist on the classic American comfort food. These mouthwatering creations offer a unique and flavorful experience, featuring a hidden layer of savory fillings nestled within tender, toasted buns. Discover three distinct variations of this beloved dish: the classic Hidden Sloppy Joe, a tantalizing combination of ground beef, onions, bell peppers, and a zesty tomato sauce; the Turkey Sloppy Joe, a healthier rendition made with lean ground turkey and a blend of aromatic spices; and the Vegetarian Sloppy Joe, a meatless marvel bursting with flavorful roasted vegetables and a rich tomato-based sauce. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver a burst of flavors and textures that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. Embark on this culinary journey and elevate your Sloppy Joe experience with our exceptional Hidden Sloppy Joe recipes.

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HOMEMADE RANCH SLOPPY JOE RECIPE



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Our Homemade Ranch Sloppy Joe Recipe puts a new spin on an iconic dish. These Hidden Valley Ranch sloppy joes are just like mom used to make, only better.

Provided by Hidden Valley

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3⁄4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker
6 sandwich buns

Steps:

  • In a large skillet placed over medium heat, heat the oil until very hot but not smoking. Add the beef, breaking up with a spoon, and sauté until browned.
  • Mix the brown sugar, vinegar and ketchup together in a small bowl until well combined.
  • Pour mixture over beef, and stir until the meat is coated in the sauce. Sprinkle the flour and Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker into the beef mixture and cook, until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 5-10 minutes.
  • Pile into sandwich buns and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

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.

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

HIDDEN SLOPPY JOE



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This recipe came from my The Best of Bisquick from Betty Crocker cookbook. In this picture I used chopped leftover beef roast in place of the ground beef. Was very good also. The recipe looks like it maybe a lot of work but it is very easy to put together and it does make a very filling meal with a side dish of toss salad or...

Provided by Laura Daszynicz

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3 Tbsp ketchup
2 Tbsp prepared mustard
1 can(s) condensed chicken gumbo soup
3 c biscuit mix
2/3 c milk
2 Tbsp butter or margrine, softened
2 eggs

Steps:

  • 1. Cook ans stir ground beef and onion until browned; drain and stir in catsup, mustard, and soup( I use cream of chicken soup because its what I always have in my cupboard). Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered stirring occasionally.
  • 2. Heat oven to 375 degrees.Generously grease a 12 cup bundt pan. Mix remaing ingredients; beat vigorously. 30 seconds. Spread 2 cups of batter into bottom of pan spreading on bottom and 2 inches up the side of the pan. Spoon ground beef mixture over top of batter. Drop remaining batter by teaspoonfuls about 1/2 inch apart onto ground beef mixture. Bake until light brown and firm. Invert onto serving platter.
  • 3. Hidden Reuben; Omit ground beef, onion, catsup, mustard and soup. Mix 1 can (12 ounces) corn beef finely chopped, 1 can (8 ounces) sauerkraut well drained, 1/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing and 1 tablespoon catsup. Continue as directed except sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese over batter in pan. Spoon corn beef mixture evenly on top of batter.

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

HIDDEN VEGGIE SLOPPY JOES



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From Cooking Light, Jan 1997. Original calls for 6 oz. ground round and 6 oz turkey breast. I have had really good luck feeding this to toddlers and veggie-phobic adults! Feel free to play with the veggies to your own preference; tonight I made these with 1 c mushroom and 1 c finely diced zucchini squash. I also prefer balsamic or cider vinegar here to the red wine. Finally, this does tend to turn out pretty "saucy", so if you like your joes thicker you might consider adding a bit of tomato paste. Enjoy!

Provided by smellyvegetarian

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cups mushrooms
1 cup onion
1/2 cup green bell pepper
1/4 cup celery
1/4 cup carrot
2 garlic cloves, minced
12 ounces lean ground turkey
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1 (8 ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add mushrooms and next 7 ingredients (mushrooms through ground round); saute 5 minutes until meat is browned, stirring to crumble.
  • Stir in ketchup and next 6 ingredients (ketchup through tomato sauce); bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve on toasted hamburger buns.

HIDDEN SLOPPY JOES



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Good-bye, buns! A new sloppy joe is hidden in this recipe!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound lean ground beef
1 jar (14.5 ounces) sloppy joe sauce
3 1/2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Generously spray 12-cup Bavarian-style bundt cake pan with cooking spray. Cook beef in 10-inch skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain. Stir in sloppy joe sauce.
  • Stir Bisquick mix, milk, butter and eggs until blended. Spoon about two-thirds of the Bisquick mixture onto bottom and half way up side of pan. Spoon beef mixture over Bisquick mixture. Drop remaining Bisquick mixture by spoonfuls to cover beef.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or light golden brown. Cool 5 minutes. Turn pan upside down onto heatproof plate; remove pan. Note: The bundt pan used in this recipe, as well as other houseware items, is available in the Betty Crocker® Catalog. Click the link "Catalog Shopping" on the top of this page to shop Betty Crocker online, then search for: Bavarian bundt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1380 mg

Tips for Making the Best Hidden Sloppy Joes:

  • Choose high-quality ground beef. Look for ground beef that is at least 80% lean, and make sure it is fresh.
  • Cook the ground beef thoroughly. Brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until it is no longer pink, and make sure to drain off any excess grease.
  • Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what really makes sloppy joes special, so don't skimp on the ingredients. Use a combination of ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, and add in some diced onion and green bell pepper for extra flavor.
  • Shred the cabbage finely. You want the cabbage to be able to blend in with the sloppy joe filling, so shred it as finely as you can.
  • Layer the ingredients carefully. Start with a layer of cabbage, then add the sloppy joe filling, and top it off with another layer of cabbage. This will help to keep the sloppy joes from getting too soggy.
  • Bake the sloppy joes until they are heated through. Cover the sloppy joes with aluminum foil and bake them at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-35 minutes, or until they are bubbly and hot.

Conclusion:

Hidden sloppy joes are a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. With a few simple tips, you can make hidden sloppy joes that are sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give hidden sloppy joes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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