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sloppy joes (sallye)

(1 rating)
grandedame avatar
Recipe by
sallye bates
@grandedame
Austin, TX

I have been making sloppy joes this way for almost 50 years and they still taste better than any I have eaten. Easy recipe and filling.

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For sloppy joes (sallye)

  • 1 lb
    lean ground beef
  • 2 Tbsp
    dried minced onions
  • 1 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1-1/2 c
    ketchup
  • 2 Tbsp
    https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/main-course/mexican/do-it-yourself-chili-powder-by-sallye.html?p=1***
  • squirt of lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp
    prepared mustard
  • 1 Tbsp
    worcestershire sauce
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 c
    water
  • grated mexican blend cheese (or other kind)
  • 4
    hamburger buns

How To Make sloppy joes (sallye)

  • 1
    ***NOTE: If you don't have chili mix, use the following spice mix: 1 tablespoons chili powder, 2 teaspoon cumin, 2 teaspoon paprika and 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 2
    Crumble ground beef into heavy skillet and cook on medium high heat, stirring frequently until brown. Drain any grease off and return meat in skillet to burner
  • 3
    Add all other ingredients except buns and cheese Mix well. Turn heat to medium low and cook, stirring frequently, for approximately 20 minutes. Add more water 1/2 cup at a time if necessary while cooking.
  • 4
    About 3-5 minutes before meat is ready, place buns under broiler and toast. Remove from oven and place on serving plates.
  • 5
    Spoon meat mixture over bun, sprinkle with cheese and serve immediately.
  • 6
    Serve with chips or home fries. You can also place a couple of pickled jalapeno sliced peppers on top with cheese.
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