Sloppy Joes with Cheese
Whip up sloppy joes with cheese for an easy weeknight dinner or casual gathering. Made with juicy ground beef and a homemade sloppy joe sauce, this recipe will bring back the nostalgic flavors of childhood.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- 1onion (chopped)
- 1red bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 clovesgarlic (minced)
- 1 poundground beef
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 teaspoonmarjoram
- ½ teaspoonchili powder
- ½ teaspoonpaprika
- 15 ouncetomato sauce
- 2 tablespoonsbrown sugar
- 2 tablespoonsworcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoonred wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoonsyellow mustard
- ¼ cupbeef stock
- 4hamburger buns (toasted)
- 4slices cheddar cheese
Directions
- 1
In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onions and peppers until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
- 2
Add the ground beef to the skillet along with the seasonings. Cook over medium-high heat, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, red wine vinegar, mustard, and beef stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- 4
While the sauce is simmering, toast the hamburger buns in the oven or in a separate skillet until golden brown.
- 5
Once the sauce is thickened, scoop a generous portion of the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each hamburger bun. Top with a slice of cheese, allowing it to melt slightly before adding the top bun. Serve immediately and enjoy!