The BEST Sloppy Joe Recipe

Prepare the Vegetables

Finely chop the onion and seed and dice the green bell pepper.

Make the Sauce

In a small bowl, combine the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, and tomato sauce. Set aside.

Cook the Beef

Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Add the ground beef to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula, until it is browned and no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper.

Sauté the Veggies

Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the beef. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

Add Garlic and Simmer

Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and bring to a light boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your liking. Add water if you prefer a looser consistency.

Assemble the Sloppy Joes

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve the sloppy joe mixture on toasted hamburger buns for the ultimate sandwich experience.