Classic Homemade Sloppy Joes: A 20-Minute Family Favorite
This Classic Homemade Sloppy Joe recipe is SO EASY! Whip up a hearty, delicious meal in just 20 minutes that the whole family will love.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef chuck
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup chopped celery
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ cup white distilled vinegar
- ½ cup ketchup
- 14.5 ounces canned chopped tomatoes or tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 8 pieces hamburger buns
Instructions
- Start by heating your skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef chuck, breaking it apart with your wooden spoon. Cook until it’s browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Once the beef is cooked, add the chopped celery, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the brown sugar, white distilled vinegar, ketchup, canned chopped tomatoes or tomato sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- While the Sloppy Joe mixture simmers, toast the hamburger buns if desired. This adds a nice crunch.
- Once everything is heated through and well combined, spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture generously onto the bottom half of each bun, top with the other half, and serve immediately.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Measuring Cup
- Measuring spoons
- Serving Plate
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For gluten-free options, use gluten-free hamburger buns.
- You can prepare the Sloppy Joe mixture ahead and refrigerate it for quick meals.