How to Make a Sloppy Joe

Sloppy joes are a classic American sandwich that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. They are made with a flavorful ground beef mixture that is cooked in a tomato sauce and served on a toasted bun. Sloppy joes are often topped with cheese, onions, and pickles.

Why Make a Sloppy Joe?

There are many reasons why you might want to make a sloppy joe. Here are a few of the benefits of making this delicious sandwich:

• Sloppy joes are a quick and easy meal to make.
• Sloppy joes are a budget-friendly meal.
• Sloppy joes are a kid-friendly meal.
• Sloppy joes are a versatile meal that can be customized to your liking.

How to Make a Sloppy Joe

To make a sloppy joe, you will need the following ingredients:

• 1 pound of ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can of tomato sauce
• 1 (10 ounce) can of condensed tomato soup
• 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon of onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 8 hamburger buns, toasted
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Diced onions
• Diced pickles

To make the sloppy joe mixture, brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat. Add the onion, green bell pepper, tomato sauce, tomato soup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

To assemble the sloppy joes, spread the sloppy joe mixture on the toasted hamburger buns. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions, and diced pickles. Serve immediately.

When to Make a Sloppy Joe

Sloppy joes are a great meal for any time of day. They are especially perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. They are also a great option for a potluck or picnic.

Where to Find the Ingredients for a Sloppy Joe

You can find all of the ingredients for a sloppy joe at your local grocery store. The ground beef, onion, green bell pepper, tomato sauce, tomato soup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper are all common pantry staples. The hamburger buns can be found in the bread aisle. The shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions, and diced pickles can be found in the deli section.

Tips for Making a Delicious Sloppy Joe

• Use a good quality ground beef.
• Brown the ground beef until it is cooked through and browned on all sides.
• Don’t overcook the sloppy joe mixture. It should be cooked until the meat is cooked through, but not dry.
• Serve the sloppy joes on toasted hamburger buns.
• Top the sloppy joes with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions, and diced pickles.

Recommendation

My recommendation for the best sloppy joe recipe is the following:

• 1 pound of ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can of tomato sauce
• 1 (10 ounce) can of condensed tomato soup
• 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce