Best 12 Aunt Marlas Sloppy Joes Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delights, where flavors dance and taste buds rejoice! Today, we embark on a culinary adventure to discover the secrets behind the legendary "Aunt Marla's Sloppy Joes". This iconic dish, a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and tangy, has captured the hearts and taste buds of food enthusiasts for generations. As we delve into the annals of culinary history, let's uncover the secrets that make Aunt Marla's Sloppy Joes a beloved classic.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST SLOPPY JOE RECIPE



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The BEST recipe for a homemade Sloppy Joe! Ground beef in a hearty tomato sauce on toasted hamburger buns. The perfect recipe for lunch or dinner.

Provided by Valentina Ablaev

Categories     Easy

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small onion (finely chopped)
1/2 small green bell pepper (seeded and finely diced)
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 tsp yellow mustard
1/4 cup water
1 Tbsp brown sugar
15 oz can tomato sauce
1 lb lean ground beef (85%-90% lean)
1 Tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt (or to taste)
¼ tsp ground black pepper (or to taste)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
4 hamburger buns (toasted if desired)

Steps:

  • Finely chop the onion. Seed and finely dice the green pepper.
  • In a bowl, combine the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, water, brown sugar, and tomato sauce.
  • Place a large skillet or dutch oven over medium/high heat. Add olive oil and ground beef. Saute the beef for about 5 minutes until cooked through and longer pink, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper and add in the diced peppers and onion. Cook another 5 minutes until the veggies are tender and beef is browned.
  • Add the minced garlic and saute 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly. Add in the sauce and bring to a light boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve on toasted buns for Sloppy Joe Sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 1197 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 12 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOPPY JOES



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Food Network

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 large green bell pepper, diced
1/2 large onion, diced
1 1/2 cups ketchup
5 cloves garlic, minced
Hot sauce, such as Tabasco
Worcestershire sauce
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 kaiser rolls
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons chili powder, or more as needed
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more as needed
2 tablespoons butter, softened
Chips or salad, for serving, if desired

Steps:

  • Start by browning the ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat. Drain off the fat.
  • Add in the green peppers and onions. Stir, and then add 1 cup water, the ketchup and garlic. Stir it around to combine, and then add the brown sugar, chili powder, dry mustard, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce, Worcestershire, salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine, and then cover and simmer over medium-low heat, about 20 minutes.
  • To serve, spread the rolls with the butter and brown them on a griddle or in a skillet. Spoon a good amount of the meat mixture onto the bottom roll, and then top with the other half. Serve with chips, salad or just enjoy it by itself.

SPICY GARLIC BREAD SLOPPY JOES



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This recipe uses three types of fresh chile. When preparing the chiles, it's usual to remove the seeds and the membrane as that is where the most intense heat lies. Of course, if you like your food super-hot and spicy, add the seeds and the membrane too!

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 jalapeño, seeded and diced small
1 Fresno chile, seeded and diced small
1 serrano chile, seeded and diced small
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup beef stock or water
3/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dry mustard
4 slices frozen garlic bread
8 slices provolone cheese
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef and brown, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain off all but a couple tablespoons of the fat.
  • Add the onion, chiles, garlic and tomato paste to the pot. Stir and cook for a minute to combine and cook the tomato paste slightly. Add the stock, ketchup, balsamic glaze, brown sugar, chili powder and mustard. Season with another pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine, cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 to 12 minutes to deepen the flavor.
  • Meanwhile, bake the garlic bread according to the package instructions on a sheet pan lined with foil. Remove from the oven then preheat the broiler.
  • Taste the meat mixture and adjust seasoning as needed. Divide the meat mixture over the top of the baked garlic bread. Next, top each with two slices of the provolone. Broil until the cheese has melted and browned, about 2 minutes.
  • Garnish with the chopped parsley and serve.

AUNT HELEN'S SLOPPY JOES



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aka Un-tidy Josephs. Cooks a longer time; makes the sauce de-licious! This will freeze! UPDATE: I've reduced the amount of Worcestershire sauce due to reviewers' responses. Add more *originally 1/8 cup* if you like. :)

Provided by Caroline Cooks

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 16m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb hamburger
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/2 medium green pepper, chopped
1 -2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 tablespoon yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Brown meat; drain.
  • Add and blend all other ingredients.
  • Reduce heat to low after bringing to boil. Simmer 1 ½ hours on low heat.
  • Serve on buttered and grilled buns with pickles and mustard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.4, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 76.1, Sodium 647, Carbohydrate 17.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 15, Protein 24.6

SUPER SLOPPY JOES



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 super sloppy sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan
1 1/4 pounds ground beef sirloin
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon steak seasoning blend, such as McCormick brand Montreal Seasoning
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 crusty rolls, split, toasted, and lightly buttered
Garnish: sliced ripe tomatoes, pickles, Deviled Potato Salad, recipe follows
5 all-purpose potatoes, peeled and diced
Coarse salt
1/4 onion
3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
1/2 cup mayonnaise, eyeball the amount
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon hot cayenne pepper sauce (recommended: Tabasco or Frank's Red Hot)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add oil and meat to the pan. Spread the meat around the pan and begin to break it up. Combine brown sugar and steak seasoning. Add sugar and spice mixture to the skillet and combine. When the meat has browned, add onion and red peppers to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium and cook onions, peppers, red wine vinegar and Worcestershire sauce with meat for 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce and paste to pan. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to simmer and cook Sloppy Joe mixture 5 minutes longer. Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, pile sloppy meat onto toasted, buttered bun bottoms and cover with bun tops. Serve with your favorite sides or sliced tomatoes seasoned with salt and pepper, dill pickles and Deviled Potato Salad. Have plenty of napkins on hand!
  • Boil potatoes in water seasoned with coarse salt until they are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain cooked potatoes and return to the warm pot to dry them out. Let the potatoes stand 2 minutes, then spread potatoes out on to a cookie sheet to quick-cool them.
  • In the bottom of a medium mixing bowl, grate 1/4 onion using a hand grater. Add mustard and mayonnaise, paprika and cayenne pepper sauce to the grated onion and stir to combine. Add potatoes to the bowl and stir to evenly distribute dressing. Season potato salad with salt and pepper and taste to adjust your seasonings. Top servings of salad with chopped scallions.

THE BEST SLOPPY JOES



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This is weeknight comfort food at its finest. We created a homemade sauce that is tangy and flavorful but also quick and easy. We used both ketchup and canned tomato sauce for lots of tomato-y zip and just a touch of brown sugar for a bit of sweetness and slight caramel finish. Green bell pepper is a key addition; it really enhances the other ingredients, elevating the flavor profile into the realm of a true sloppy joe.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound lean ground beef
12 ounces (1 1/3 cup) tomato sauce
3/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon paprika
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 hamburger buns, toasted

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and starting to caramelize in some spots, 6 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the beef and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon or spatula, until it is browned, no longer pink in the middle and cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, red wine vinegar, paprika, cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon salt and a generous amount of black pepper and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened and heated through, 5 to 6 minutes. Spoon the meat onto the toasted buns.

MARK'S NEARLY FAMOUS SLOPPY JOES



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I've been tweaking this recipe for years and think it's finally perfected. Like a good chili, it may be even better the second day. Serve on toasted hamburger buns.

Provided by CHUCKIE768

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 ½ pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
¼ green bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed chicken gumbo soup
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons brown sugar
4 tablespoons lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons yellow mustard
½ cup ketchup
½ cup barbecue sauce
6 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
½ teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large heavy skillet, cook ground beef until evenly brown; drain well.
  • In a slow cooker, combine onion, bell pepper, celery, condensed gumbo soup, tomato paste and brown sugar. Stir in lemon juice, mustard, ketchup, barbeque sauce and vinegar. season with Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, parsley, black pepper and salt. Stir in browned beef.
  • Cover, and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, stirring occasionally. Skim off excess fat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 97.4 mg, Fat 31.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1017.2 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

MY FAMILY'S FAVORITE SLOPPY JOES (PIZZA JOES)



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I've tried many recipes, this is the best. I once 'dec-tupled' (10x) this recipe to sell sandwiches at a craft fair at my church. People were waiting in line to buy leftovers. Freezes well, goes up to the lake or camping well and is a hit on Halloween...it's no-fail. Easy to double, triple, etc. I've been making Joes this way for over 20 years. ***03-08-09, I just reinvented this recipe tonight when I went to make it for dinner and found I didn't have an 8-oz. can of tomato sauce (shame on me). The family was upset with me when I subbed an 8-oz. can of pizza sauce and told them to suck it up and call them 'Pizza Joes' and then served them up with shredded mozzarella cheese on the toasted buns, top and bottom. They loved it. I left out the BBQ sauce in this preparation and just used a 1/2 cup ketchup. Pizza Joes are good to go!

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
2 -3 stalks celery, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite, we use Open Pit)
1 tablespoon firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown ground beef, celery and onion.
  • Drain the fat, who needs it?.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients, simmer covered, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • If Joes appear too'loose', leave cover off and let moisture evaporate.
  • Cook until it's the consistency you like for serving on toasted buns, with french fries and cole slaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.3, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 733.2, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 14.8, Protein 22.6

CLASSIC SLOPPY JOES



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Fun and filling, Sloppy Joes are the perfect solution for a speedy supper before driving the kids to practice or rehearsal. Moist, meaty and satisfying these tasty sandwiches will appeal to the kid in all of us.

Provided by Heinz

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Heinzitup.com

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
⅓ cup chopped green pepper
1 pound lean ground beef
1 ½ cups Heinz Tomato Ketchup
1 tablespoon Heinz Worcestershire Sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
8 sandwich buns

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large frying pan set over medium-high heat. Saute onions and green pepper for 5 minutes.
  • Add beef to the pan. Cook, stirring until browned, about 5 to 10 minutes. Drain off fat.
  • Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Serve on sandwich buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 39.5 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 1087.5 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

1940'S ORIGINAL SLOPPY JOES



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This is the original sloppy joe recipe that I found on http://theculinarycellar.com/memorial-day-and-a-1940s-recipe/. What is listed below is my updated recipe that tweaks it a bit for my family's tastes. It's now perfect and sooooooooooooooo easy to make. Recipe can be doubled (or more) easily with no worries that the taste will get messed up.

Provided by The Simple Recipe D

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef, up to 1-1/2 lb
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup green pepper, chopped
1 1/2 cups ketchup
2 1/2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in skillet. Drain grease.
  • Add salt, onion & green pepper to beef in skillet. Simmer for 10 minutes until sweating and starting to get translucent.
  • Add remaining ingredients to skillet. Mix well. Taste. Adjust if necessary for personal tastes.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  • Serve on toast bread or hamburger buns.

DALLAS-STYLE SLOPPY JOES



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These sloppy Joes feature zesty sauces and fresh veggies.

Provided by Caitlin

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups ketchup
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons yellow mustard
3 tablespoons hickory flavored barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
5 large hamburger buns, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until completely browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the onion and bell pepper, season with sea salt and black pepper, and cook until vegetables soften, about 7 minutes.
  • Stir in the ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, and barbeque sauce. Reduce heat to low and simmer the mixture until thickened, about 10 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese and serve on toasted hamburger buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.5 calories, Carbohydrate 59.4 g, Cholesterol 84.5 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 1531.4 mg, Sugar 30.8 g

NEAT SLOPPY JOES



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No green pepper in this recipe, so it's a hit with kids. We added this to the menu at a children's camp, and it has been a favorite for several years. The mixture is thick, so they are 'neat' rather than sloppy. This freezes and reheats well.

Provided by AUNT MAMIE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds lean ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
¼ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon white vinegar
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
8 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Place ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until evenly browned, stirring to crumble. I like to use a potato masher to even out the lumps. Add onion and celery, cover the pan, and cook until tender and transparent, about 5 minutes. Drain off any grease.
  • Stir the tomato soup (undiluted), ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce into the beef mixture. Season with salt and garlic powder. Heat to a simmer over low heat, and cook until thoroughly heated, stirring frequently to prevent it from burning on the bottom.
  • Spoon the hot beef mixture onto buns, which may be toasted first, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 74.3 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 774.2 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

Tips:

  • For a smoky flavor, cook the ground beef in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
  • Add a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce to the ground beef mixture for extra flavor.
  • Use a variety of bell peppers, such as green, red, and yellow, for a colorful and flavorful dish.
  • Add a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies for a spicy kick.
  • Use a mixture of ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard for a tangy and sweet sauce.
  • Serve the sloppy joes on hamburger buns with your favorite toppings, such as coleslaw, pickles, and onions.

Conclusion:

Aunt Marla's Sloppy Joes are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a casual get-together or a weeknight dinner. With its simple ingredients and customizable toppings, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give Aunt Marla's Sloppy Joes a try!

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