Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes—a classic comfort food that’s perfect for a busy day!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard (yellow or Dijon)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 6 hamburger buns, for serving
Instructions:
- Cook the meat:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper (if using) to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Transfer to slow cooker:
- Transfer the cooked meat mixture to the slow cooker.
- Prepare the sauce:
- In a bowl, mix together the tomato sauce, ketchup, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Combine and cook:
- Pour the sauce over the meat mixture in the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the mixture is hot and the flavors are well combined.
- Serve:
- Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture onto hamburger buns. Serve hot.
Tip:
For extra flavor, you can add a splash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture if you like some heat. You can also top the Sloppy Joes with shredded cheese or pickles if desired. Serve with a side of coleslaw or fries for a complete meal.
Enjoy your Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes—a simple and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion!