Best 7 Kid Pleasing Sloppy Joes Recipes

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**Sloppy joes: A delightful meal sure to please kids and adults alike!**

Sloppy joes, a classic American comfort food, are open-faced sandwiches featuring a savory filling of ground beef or pork simmered in a tangy, sweet, and smoky sauce, piled high on soft hamburger buns. This dish is not only a hit among kids but also a favorite among adults for its nostalgic charm and irresistible flavors. Our collection of sloppy joe recipes offers a variety of mouthwatering options, from the classic homemade version to unique variations that add a delightful twist to this timeless dish. Whether you prefer a traditional sloppy joe or are looking for something new and exciting, our recipes have got you covered.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FAMILY-PLEASING SLOPPY JOES



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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

1 pound lean ground turkey
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon barbecue sauce
6 hamburger buns, split

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

FAMILY-PLEASING SLOPPY JOE SANDWICHES



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My grandchildren love these sandwiches. I like the recipe because it can be made ahead of time and keeps well in a slow cooker. I've found that it freezes well, too. -Patricia Ringle, Edgar, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1-1/4 cups ketchup
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
8 sandwich buns, split

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the ketchup, water, brown sugar, vinegar, salt, mustard, chili powder and allspice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until heated through, 35-40 minutes. , Spoon about 1/2 cup meat mixture onto each bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1016mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

NEAT SLOPPY JOES



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No green pepper in this recipe, so it's a hit with kids. We added this to the menu at a children's camp, and it has been a favorite for several years. The mixture is thick, so they are 'neat' rather than sloppy. This freezes and reheats well.

Provided by AUNT MAMIE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds lean ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
¼ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon white vinegar
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
8 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Place ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until evenly browned, stirring to crumble. I like to use a potato masher to even out the lumps. Add onion and celery, cover the pan, and cook until tender and transparent, about 5 minutes. Drain off any grease.
  • Stir the tomato soup (undiluted), ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce into the beef mixture. Season with salt and garlic powder. Heat to a simmer over low heat, and cook until thoroughly heated, stirring frequently to prevent it from burning on the bottom.
  • Spoon the hot beef mixture onto buns, which may be toasted first, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 74.3 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 774.2 mg, Sugar 11.8 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

KIDS CAN MAKE: SLOPPY JOE SLIDERS



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This is the perfect sloppy joe for little hands but with a flavor both kids and adults will love. For little kids: Let them measure out the vegetables. For big kids: Help them stir the meat and assemble the sliders.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 sliders or 12 mini dinner roll sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
Kosher salt
3/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup frozen crinkle-cut baby carrots
1/2 cup frozen baby corn
8 potato slider buns or 12 mini potato dinner rolls
1 cup thinly shredded red cabbage
1/4 cup dill pickle chips

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, and cook, stirring frequently, until the beef begins to brown, about 4 minutes. Stir in the chili powder and 1 teaspoon salt, and continue cooking until the meat is cooked through, 2 minutes more. Drain off any excess liquid, and add back 2 tablespoons of it. Reduce the heat to low, stir in the ketchup, sugar, vinegar and 1/2 cup water and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 8 minutes. Stir in the carrots and corn, and cook, partially covered, until the vegetables are tender and heated through, 5 minutes.
  • Scoop some sauce onto 1 half of each slider bun, top with a handful of shredded cabbage and a pickle chip and serve.

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

KID FRIENDLY SLOPPY JOES ("NO GREEN STUFF")



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This truly is kid friendly cuz there are no "pieces or green things" for the kids to pick out.

Provided by Chicagoland Chef du

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb lean ground beef, sub. ground turkey
1 small onion, minced
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a skillet, over medium heat, sautee onion until slightly translucent. Use cooking spray if desired.
  • Add ground beef or turkey, add salt and pepper.
  • Cook until no longer pink.
  • In the mean time: In your 2 cup measuring vessel, combine ketchup, vinegar, mustard, brown sugar. Stir into meat once it is fully cooked.
  • Simmer 15-20 minutes. Serve hot on soft rolls or buns.
  • Note: you may use 3/4 cup ketchup and 1/4 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce for added zing.

Tips:

  • For a smoky flavor, use smoked paprika or chipotle powder in the sauce.
  • Add a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce for a deeper flavor.
  • If you like your sloppy joes spicy, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • For a vegetarian version, use crumbled tofu or tempeh instead of ground beef.
  • For a healthier version, use whole-wheat buns and lean ground beef.
  • Serve sloppy joes with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, coleslaw, or pickles.

Conclusion:

Sloppy joes are a quick and easy meal that are perfect for busy weeknights. They are also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. With a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give sloppy joes a try!

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