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Simple Sloppy Joes

Course: Main Course
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Simple Sloppy Joes are perfect for a busy weeknight dinner! Plus, it's family friendly and sure to be a crowd pleaser!
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Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Large skillet
  • Garlic mincer
  • Can opener
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 green or red pepper chopped
  • 1.5 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 T tomato paste
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 T mustard yellow or dijon
  • 1 can tomato sauce (14.5 oz)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Turn the heat to medium-high and add the diced onion to the skillet. Sauté for two minutes.
  • Add the chopped pepper to the skillet and sauté for two minutes.
  • Add the ground beef to the skillet and mix with the vegetables. Cook until no pink remains.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
  • Then, add in the tomato paste and stir until it's well combined.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the skillet: water, mustard, tomato sauce, salt, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir until well combined.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about ten minutes. The mixture should be thick.
  • Scoop into toasted hamburger buns and store in an airtight container .

Notes

  • Use either ground beef or ground turkey - both taste delicious!