KRESGE'S LUNCH COUNTER SLOPPY JOES (CHILI BURGER)

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Back in the 1950's my Grandma used to take me shopping at Kresge's in South Bend, IN. After looking for all the items on her shopping list we would have a Sloppy Joe at the lunch counter. Almost like a trip to Disneyland to this Indiana farm girl... What a wonder those sandwiches were. They toasted the bun and served them with...

Provided by Kathie Carr

Categories     Burgers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 lb lean ground beef
1 1/2 c chopped onions
1/2 c water
1 Tbsp salt (i use less)
1 tsp black pepper
2 Tbsp chili powder
2 Tbsp paprika
1 c tomato paste
1/4 c (optional) brown sugar or amount to your taste (mom's addition)

Steps:

  • 1. Brown beef and onions. Add remaining ingredients, except brown sugar, and bring just to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes longer, stirring occasionally. Taste when done and add brown sugar if desired. Toast and butter hamburger buns. Serve on warm buns with potato chips and a dill pickle.

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