"It's time to get SLOPPY! The perfect Sloppy Joe awaits you with open buns and also goes great on hot dogs, over fries, nachos and salads!..."
INGREDIENTS
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Buns, tacos, wraps and any desired toppings (cheese, lettuce, black olives, etc.)
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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1 yellow onion, diced
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3 cloves (1 tablespoon) garlic, minced or pressed
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2 pounds ground beef (the less lean, the better)
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional, for a slightly smoky flavor. Feel free to add more at the end to taste but go easy – a little goes a long way)
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1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
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14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, with their juices
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1/2 cup beef broth
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1/2 cup barbecue sauce
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1/3 cup ketchup
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2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional, but adds wonderful flavor – even if you hate mustard)
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Two 6-ounce cans tomato paste (this may seem like a lot but trust me – it’s the perfect amount to not only cut the flavor evenly but to also provide the proper thickness to the Sloppy Joes)
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1/2 cup sweet relish (optional)
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1 teaspoon – 1 tablespoon Chili Better Than Bouillon (optional and add to taste)