I love this Homemade Sloppy Joes recipe because it's quick, easy, and full of flavor. It's also freezer-friendly, although I never seem to have any leftovers! I know I sound like a broken record, but from a budget standpoint, the best way to buy meat is from a farmer or rancher. You get higher quality meat at a cheaper price.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 yellow onion
- 1 green bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 15oz. can tomato sauce
- 3 Tbsp tomato paste
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 5 hamburger buns
INSTRUCTIONS
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Finely dice the onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
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Add the olive oil and beef to a skillet and cook over medium heat until the beef is cooked through. Drain off any excess fat.
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Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet with the beef. Continue to sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
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Finally, add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, vinegar, brown sugar Dijon, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce,and salt to the skillet. Stir to combine.
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Allow the meat and sauce to simmer over medium-low for about 5 minutes.
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Serve over toasted buns.
*Adapted from BudgetBytes.com