Sloppy Joes

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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. butter
  • 2 1/2 lbs. ground beef
  • 1/2 cup ketchup ( We added BBQ sauce)
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tbsp. brown sugar
  • 2 tsp. chili powder (more to taste)
  • 1 tsp. dry mustard
  • 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes (more to taste)
  • Worcestershire Sauce to taste
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste (optional)
  • Tobasco sauce
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Kaiser rolls or sliders
  • Butter

Preparation

Step 1

Add butter to a large skillet or dutch oven over med. high heat. Add ground beef and cook until brown. Drain most of the fat and discard.
Add onins, green pepper, dry mustard, and water. Stir to combine and simmer for 15 min, adding salt and pepper to taste. Also add tomato pate, worcestershire, and tabasco if desired Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Spread rolls with butter and brown on griddle or skillet. Spoon meat mixture over the rolls, topping with a slice of cheese if desired.


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