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My Favorite Sloppy Joes

My Favorite Sloppy Joes deliver a sweet-tangy, smoky sauce that clings to tender ground beef, perfect for piling onto soft buns. Pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire create a nostalgic, family-friendly flavor with a hint of heat. Ideal for busy weeknights and guaranteed to win over kids and adults alike.

  • Prep5 mins
  • Cook45 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
My Favorite Sloppy Joes
  1. 1

    Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes; drain the excess grease.

  2. 2

    Mix ketchup, dried onion, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and garlic into the beef, stirring until the brown sugar dissolves.

  3. 3

    Stir in broth and bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Reduce the heat to low and simmer until thick, about 30 minutes.

  5. 5

    Season with salt and black pepper.

  6. 6

    Serve on buns.