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sloppy joes

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Theresa Powers
Boston, MA

This is a recipe that is wonderful when you want something easy but satisfying.

(1 rating)
yield 6 -8
prep time 15 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Saute

Ingredients For sloppy joes

  • 2 lb
    ground beef
  • 1 lg
    onion
  • 1 1/2 c
    ketchup
  • 1/2 c
    water
  • 1 Tbsp
    brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp
    white vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground mustard
  • 1 tsp
    chili powder (more if desired after doing a taste test)
  • 1/4 tsp
    allspice, ground
  • 8
    sandwich buns
  • SLOPPY JOES

How To Make sloppy joes

  • 1
    In a large deep frying pan cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is not longer pink. Drain
  • 2
    Add the ketchup, water, brown sugar, vinegar, salt, mustard, chili powder and allspice.
  • 3
    Bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for 35 to 40 minutes or until cooked through.
  • 4
    Spoon meat mixture onto each bun. Approx. 6 servings
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