"Homemade Sloppy Joes are the perfect thing to make for easy dinners this summer. Make the best sloppy joe sauce, add beef, and voila!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons water (divided)
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1 pound 85% lean ground beef
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½ teaspoon baking soda (divided)
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1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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½ yellow onion (diced)
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2 garlic cloves (minced)
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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2 teaspoons paprika
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
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½ teaspoon dry mustard
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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¼ cup tomato paste
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1/3 cup ketchup
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1½ tablespoon cider or red wine vinegar
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1½ teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
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½ teaspoon cornstarch
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4 hamburger buns