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sloppy joe mix

(5 ratings)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Dawn Whitted
@dawn01
Spearfish, SD

Don't let this list of ingredients intimidate you. These are easy and you probably have most of the items in your pantry. I have 3 teenagers and they have certain things that are always on the "ask for again" list. These sloppy joes are filled with a sweet and savory flavor that keeps them asking for more. Besides serving these on a traditional burger bun I put the mix on buttermilk biscuits with cheddar cheese & jalapenos. They really are yummy.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Dawn is right. Don't be intimidated by all the ingredients for these homemade sloppy joes. This recipe is really easy to throw together! It's full-bodied with a hint of sweetness and just a kick of spice. A simple dinner the entire family will love.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(5 ratings)
yield 8 -10
prep time 20 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Stove Top

Ingredients For sloppy joe mix

  • 2 lb
    ground beef
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 md
    yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 md
    celery, diced
  • 1/2 md
    bell pepper, diced
  • 1 pinch
    red pepper flakes
  • 3 Tbsp
    chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp
    onion powder
  • 1 Tbsp
    garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground mustard
  • 2 Tbsp
    Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp
    yellow mustard
  • 2 Tbsp
    chili sauce
  • 1/2 c
    catsup
  • 1/4 c
    brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 4 Tbsp
    Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 can
    tomato paste (6 oz can)
  • 1 1/2 c
    stewed tomatoes with juice
  • 1/4 c
    water
  • pinch
    salt and pepper

How To Make sloppy joe mix

  • Garlic, diced veggies, and seasonings added to browned ground beef.
    1
    In a large skillet, over medium heat, begin browning ground beef. When half way through add garlic, diced veggies, and seasonings through the ground mustard. Saute until the beef is completely browned and veggies are opaque.
  • Breaking up the tomatoes into smaller pieces.
    2
    Add the remaining ingredients breaking up the stewed tomatoes into smaller bite-sized pieces; combine well.
  • Sloppy joe mix simmering in a Crock Pot.
    3
    Simmer the sloppy joe mixture for 30-40 minutes on low heat to marry flavors together. Or, transfer this mixture into a Crock Pot and slow cook on low for 1-2 hours.
  • Sloppy Joe Mix on a toasted bun with a pickle.
    4
    Serve on burger buns with pickle slices and American cheese slices.
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