Sloppy Joe Meatballs Paula Deen Style
Take your comfort food game to the next level with Paula Deen-style Sloppy Joe Meatballs! This crowd-pleasing recipe marries tender, juicy meatballs made from a flavorful mix of ground beef and pork with a rich, tangy homemade Sloppy Joe sauce. Infused with classic ingredients like ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce, this saucy dish delivers a nostalgic punch of sweet and savory goodness. Perfectly baked and simmered to perfection, these meatballs are as versatile as they are delicious—serve them over soft sandwich rolls for a messy, mouthwatering bite, or enjoy them on their own as a family-friendly main course. Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up bold flavors in every bite, this recipe is guaranteed to become a new favorite for weeknight dinners and casual gatherings alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 4 pieces Soft sandwich rolls (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined; do not overmix to avoid tough meatballs.
Using a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop, shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
While the meatballs are baking, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
In a bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar to make the Sloppy Joe sauce.
Pour the sauce into the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Once the meatballs are done baking, carefully transfer them to the skillet with the sauce. Toss the meatballs to coat them evenly in the sauce and simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the Sloppy Joe meatballs over soft sandwich rolls for a classic presentation, or enjoy them on their own as a hearty main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.4 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 164 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 1289 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 538 mg | 11% | |
*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.
