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Sloppy Joe Burger

Few handheld dishes are as reliable as Sloppy Joe Burger: a saucy sloppy-joe patty melt on a toasted bun. A gentle simmer -- not a hard boil -- is what keeps everything tender instead of tough.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 25 min Total: 30 min

30Minutes

4Servings

4.7Rating

EasyLevel

Why you'll love this recipe

Ready in about 30 minutes from start to finish.
The components can be made ahead and reheated without losing quality.
Leftovers hold up well for lunch the next day.

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

1.5 lbs ground beef
1 onion diced
3/4 cup ketchup
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp Worcestershire
4 slices cheese
4 burger buns
salt and pepper

Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

490Calories

34gFat

16gCarbs

30gProtein

Estimated from the ingredients above; actual values vary by brand and exact measurements.

Method

Step 1
Brown the beef with the onion in a skillet over medium-high, 8 minutes. Drain the fat.
Step 2
Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire, and 1/4 cup water. Simmer 8 minutes until thick and saucy. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Toast the buns and lay a slice of cheese on each bottom.
Step 4
Spoon the saucy beef over the cheese so it melts.
Step 5
Cap with the top buns.
Step 6
Serve hot with napkins - it is meant to be messy.

Cook's tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Taste and adjust the seasoning right before serving -- salt levels vary a lot between brands of broth, sauce, and canned goods.
Prep all the ingredients before you start cooking; this one moves quickly once it is on the heat.

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