Sloppy Joes for a Crowd or Oamc
Perfect for feeding a hungry crowd or stocking your freezer for convenient meals, this "Sloppy Joes for a Crowd or OAMC" recipe delivers a rich, tangy, and slightly sweet sloppy joe filling that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering. Made with hearty ground beef, sautéed onions, and green bell peppers, this recipe is bursting with flavor, thanks to a vibrant sauce featuring ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of brown sugar. Ready in under an hour, it serves 24 people, making it ideal for parties, potlucks, or large family dinners. Plus, its freezer-friendly option allows for effortless meal prep, perfect for those who love the convenience of "Once a Month Cooking" (OAMC). Simply thaw, reheat, and spoon onto soft hamburger buns for a satisfying, fuss-free meal anytime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds ground beef
- 2 large onion, diced
- 2 large green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups ketchup
- 12 ounces tomato paste
- 4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 24 pieces hamburger buns
Instructions
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Add the diced onions and green bell peppers to the skillet, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, yellow mustard, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Simmer the mixture for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together and the sauce thickens.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
If serving immediately, spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto hamburger buns and serve warm.
For freezing (OAMC): Let the sloppy joe mixture cool completely, then divide it into freezer-safe containers or resealable bags, portioned appropriately for future meals. Label and freeze.
To reheat: Thaw the mixture in the refrigerator overnight, then warm it in a skillet over medium heat until heated through. Serve on hamburger buns.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6826 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 422.3 g | 541% | |
| Saturated Fat | 177.4 g | 887% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1204 mg | 401% | |
| Sodium | 9446 mg | 411% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 486.1 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 364.2 g | 1301% | |
| Total Sugars | 87.2 g | ||
| Protein | 665.6 g | 1331% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1000 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 77.3 mg | 429% | |
| Potassium | 9603 mg | 204% | |
*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.
