Grandma's Sloppy Joes

Name: Grandma's Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 2 lbs hamburger; 1 1 onion; 1 2; 1 2 -3 tablespoons worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon vinegar; 1/2 cup catsup; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 salt and pepper; 1/2 teaspoon mustard

Prep: 5 minsCook: 30 mins

Prep

5 mins

Cook

30 mins

Servings

Difficulty

Medium

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My grandmother made these sloppy joes for us every summer, and they became an instant family favorite. This recipe is so simple and budget friendly that I still make it regularly for weeknight dinners. The ground beef provides lean protein that keeps everyone satisfied, while the homemade sauce beats any store bought version. Ready in just thirty five minutes from start to finish, these messy sandwiches have fed countless hungry relatives and friends. There's something about Grandma's version that tastes like home, and I love sharing this timeless comfort food with the people I care about most.

Ella x

Ingredients

Servings:

12 lbs hamburger
11 onion(diced)
12(8 ounce) cans tomato sauce)
12 -3 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoonbrown sugar
1 teaspoonvinegar
237 mlcatsup
2 teaspoonschili powder
1salt and pepper
1 teaspoonmustard(optional)

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Instructions

1
Brown hamburger and onion.
2
Drain out grease.
3
Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer 15-20 minutes with lid.

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