The Best Sloppy Joes
Sloppy Joes are a classic American comfort food that brings back childhood memories of messy, delicious bites full of flavor. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner, a kid-approved meal, or a nostalgic dish that never gets old, these Sloppy Joes are the perfect solution.
Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ yellow onion, finely chopped
- ⅓ cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
- ⅓ cup carrot
- ½ cup celery
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ⅔ cup ketchup
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- ⅓ cup beef broth
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil.
- Add in the ground beef. Season with sea salt, paprika, & pepper. Cook until browned. Remove from the pan once cooked.
- Then pour in the the chopped onion, bell pepper, carrot & celery to the skillet. Season with a sprinkle of sea salt & pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender. 5-7 minutes. Add in the ketchup, beef broth, & Worcestershire sauce.
- Optional step: Add the chopped vegetables and sauce to a blender and mix until blended together to mask the chunkiness of veggies or you can leave it chunky.
- Add the beef back into the pan and pour in the blended vegetable mixture. Warm it all together in the pan. Serve hot and enjoy with or without a bun!
Notes
For Storing: Store in airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.