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Classic Sloppy Joes filling piled into a toasted hamburger bun

Easy Classic Sloppy Joes

Saucy ground beef sandwiches with a tangy-sweet tomato sauce, ready in one skillet.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds 85% lean ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion finely diced
  • 1 small green bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2/3 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 hamburger buns

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it into small crumbles, until browned and it reaches 160°F (71°C). Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add the onion and bell pepper. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened, then stir in the garlic for 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, broth, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper until combined.
  4. Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and saucy. Toast the buns if desired, spoon the filling onto them, and serve hot.