Mom's Sloppy Joes

Bring a taste of nostalgia to your dinner table with Mom's Sloppy Joes, a classic comfort food that's hearty, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes! This family-favorite recipe combines savory ground beef, tender onions, and green bell peppers in a rich, tangy sauce made with ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of brown sugar for sweetness. The addition of paprika and mustard adds a subtle depth, while toasting the buttery buns elevates this quintessential sloppy joe to the next level. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy, one-pan meal serves six and pairs beautifully with a side of coleslaw or crispy fries. With its quick preparation and irresistible flavor, Mom's Sloppy Joes are sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 pieces hamburger buns
• 3 tablespoons butter, optional (for toasting buns)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.

Step 3

Drain any excess grease from the skillet and return it to the heat.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped onion and green bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 5

Add the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine everything well.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

While the sloppy joe mixture is simmering, optionally butter the inside of each hamburger bun and lightly toast them in another skillet or under the broiler.

Step 8

Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, then top with the other half.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1200.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2173.4

Total Fat 139.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 395.4mg	0%
Sodium 2418.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 87.9g	0%
Total Sugars 59.6g
Protein 163.6g	0%

Vitamin D 27.4IU	0%
Calcium 245.5mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 1784.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.9%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 25.7%