The Best Sloppy Joes
Featuring 93/7 Grass Fed Ground Beef
July 29, 2024
These Sloppy Joes are a quick and easy win any night of the week.
Seasoned ground beef is simmered to perfection in a slightly sweet, slightly tangy sauce and piled high on a classic bun.
I’ve tried a lot of sloppy joes — in my opinion, these are the best homemade sloppy joes I’ve tried yet!
I especially love to serve these as sloppy joe bowls, tossed with roasted potatoes, fresh greens, and a bunch of toppings.
You just can’t go wrong with this classic meal.
Recipe by KJ & CoThe Best Sloppy Joe Ingredients
- 2 Pounds Certified Piedmontese 93/7 Ground Beef
- 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Small Onion (chopped)
- 1 Red Bell Pepper (chopped)
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic (chopped)
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
- 1/3 Cup Ketchup
- 30 oz Tomato Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar
INSTRUCTIONS
- Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add the ground beef into the skillet and gently break up and allow to brown for about 5-8 minutes.
- Add in the onion, bell pepper, garlic and Worcestershire sauce and sauté for a few minutes more. Season with the salt and pepper.
- Add in the ketchup and stir to combine, until the beef mixture is coated. Pour in the tomato sauce and add in the brown sugar. Stir to evenly combine.
- Allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes on medium-low heat. Serve on your favorite hamburger buns or turn into sloppy joe bowls with lettuce, potatoes and toppings. Enjoy!
Best Sides With Sloppy Joes
What should you eat with sloppy joes? Try out these other great recipes by KJ and CO!
Think classic sides — like Classic Potato Salad, Garlic Herb Grilled Corn, and Summer Fruit Salad.
Don’t forget a summery drink like Strawberry Orange Mojitos and a cold dessert like S’mores Icebox Cake.