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8 Family Friendly Sloppy Joe Recipes

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Sloppy Joes aren't just for kids. These Sloppy Joe recipes are easy to make, and tasty enough that kids and adults alike will love them. Whether you make them for weeknight dinner, or game day gatherings, enjoy these ideas for sandwiches, burgers, and casseroles with that classic, saucy meat filling you remember from childhood.

Ingredients


  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 2 pounds ground beef, 85 percent or leaner

  • 1 1/2 cups onion, chopped

  • 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 2/3 cup water

  • 2 cups ketchup

  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

  • 8 sandwich buns

Description

  1. Select the Instant Pot's sauté setting and add the oil. When the oil is hot and shimmering, add the ground beef. Cook for 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
  2. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the beef and cook for 2 to 3 minutes longer, stirring frequently.
  3. Add the water to the pot and stir, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen any stuck-on browned bits.
  4. In a bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Add the mixture to the Instant Pot; do not stir.