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Cozy Classic Sloppy Joes Recipe Easy Homemade Sloppy Joe on Toasted Buns

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A quick and easy sloppy joe recipe featuring a perfectly balanced sweet and savory sauce served on toasted buns, perfect for comforting family dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio recommended)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) tomato sauce
  • ½ cup (120 ml) ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 4 to 6 soft sandwich buns (brioche or classic hamburger buns), toasted
  • Butter (unsalted, softened, for toasting buns)

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Measure out all the sauces and spices.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart occasionally, until browned and no longer pink, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Push the beef to one side of the pan. Add the chopped onion to the empty side with a drizzle of oil if the pan looks dry. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika (if using). Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  5. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and glossy.
  6. While the sauce simmers, spread softened butter on the cut sides of the buns. Toast them in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy, about 2 minutes per side.
  7. Spoon generous amounts of the sloppy joe filling onto the toasted buns and serve immediately.

Notes

If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or beef broth to loosen it. If too runny, simmer longer uncovered. Toast buns just before serving to keep them crisp. Adjust seasoning to taste, adding a splash of vinegar if sauce is too sweet.

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