**Sloppy Joes: A Classic American Comfort Food**
Sloppy Joes are a classic American comfort food that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Made with ground beef, a tangy tomato sauce, and a variety of seasonings, Sloppy Joes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served on buns, as a dip, or even as a main course. This article presents two delicious Sloppy Joe recipes: the classic Jill's Sloppy Joes and a healthier Turkey Sloppy Joes. Both recipes are easy to follow and packed with flavor, making them a perfect choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
THE BEST SLOPPY JOE RECIPE
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
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
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
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.
WHITE SLOPPY JOES
A quick and easy alternative to regular Sloppy Joes, these are made with ground beef in a creamy white sauce.
Provided by Carl
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Sloppy Joe Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring to crumble, until evenly browned. Drain off excess grease. Stir in cream of mushroom soup (undiluted), milk and liquid smoke. Reduce heat to low, and cook just until hot. Stir in sour cream, and season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat. Serve on hamburger buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Cholesterol 50.8 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 620.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
SLOPPY JOES II
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
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
HOMEMADE SLOPPY JOES
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
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
GRANDMA'S SLOPPY JOES
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
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 :
GRANDMA'S BEST-EVER SLOPPY JOES
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
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.
FAMILY-PLEASING SLOPPY JOES
My grandma gave this recipe to me years ago, but I made a few changes to give this yummy supper more pizzazz. -Jill Zosel, Seattle, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink, breaking up turkey into crumbles; drain if necessary. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in sugar, flour and pepper until blended., Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and barbecue sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Spoon meat mixture onto bun bottoms; replace tops. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 846mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to cook the sloppy Joes, so there's plenty of room for the meat and sauce to simmer.
- Brown the ground beef over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it's cooked through and no longer pink.
- Drain the excess grease from the ground beef before adding the sauce ingredients.
- Use a variety of peppers in the sauce, such as green bell peppers, red bell peppers, and jalapeños, for a flavorful and colorful dish.
- Add a tablespoon of brown sugar to the sauce for a slightly sweet and tangy flavor.
- Simmer the sloppy Joes for at least 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together.
- Serve the sloppy Joes on hamburger buns or slider buns, with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions, and pickles.
Conclusion:
Jill's Sloppy Joes are a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of savory ground beef, flavorful sauce, and soft hamburger buns is irresistible. With a few simple tips, you can make the best sloppy Joes that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Jill's Sloppy Joes a try. You won't be disappointed.
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