Grandma’s Classic Sloppy Joe Sandwiches
Grandma’s Classic Sloppy Joe Sandwiches are sweet-tangy and richly sauced, with tender ground beef, onions, and peppers balanced by ketchup, mustard, and a warm hint of cloves. They’re comforting and nostalgic, ideal for casual weeknight dinners or a laid-back game-day spread. Each bite is saucy, slightly spiced, and perfect piled onto soft hamburger buns.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, the onion, and the green pepper; cook until the beef is browned, then drain off the excess grease.
- 2
Stir in the brown sugar, the vinegar, the ketchup, and the mustard, and season with the cloves and the salt.
- 3
Simmer on low for 30 minutes.
- 4
Serve on hamburger buns.
- Calories 721.32 kcal High
- Protein 29.94 g Good Source
- Carbs 81.59 g Moderate
- Total Fat 31.14 g High
- Saturated Fat 10.08 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 82.41 mg High
- Sodium 1135.73 mg High
- Fiber 8.03 g Good Source
- Sugar 28.64 g High
- Added Sugar 16.13 g High
- Calcium 113.75 mg Low Source
- Iron 5.67 mg Good Source
- Potassium 959.08 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 328.79 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 12.31 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅