Description
A warm and savory Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes recipe that’s simple to make and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 16 ounces tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 6 hamburger buns
- 6 slices yellow cheese
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Place the ground beef in the pan and season it with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon until it’s beautifully browned.
- Transfer the cooked beef to the slow cooker with the rest of the ingredients. Stir to combine everything in a delightful mix.
- Cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours, allowing those flavors to meld into a cozy hug of taste.
- Spoon the savory meat mixture onto the hamburger buns, adding a slice of cheese before serving. Enjoy the warm, gooey goodness!
Notes
Make-ahead and freezing friendly options available. Experiment with different types of buns for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg