These Classic Sloppy Joes are made with just a few simple ingredients and can be served as a sandwich or used as a topping on a baked potato or sweet potato. Easy to make, great for large groups plus its delicious!
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Total Time: 40 mins
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 1/2 cup celery finely chopped
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 Tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 ½ Tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 Tablespoon dry mustard (or regular mustard)
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup water
Instructions
- Brown ground beef over medium heat in a flat bottomed skilled.
- When the meat is pink and slightly undercooked, add the onion and celery. Finish browning the ground beef. Drain off grease if needed.
- Mix together remaining ingredients then add to the skillet.
- Cook for 20-25 minutes over low heat until sauce thickens, stirring often.
*I multiplied the ingredients by 4 and it was plenty for 16 people.
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