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A plate with a sloppy joe and french fries.

Sloppy Joes

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
This Classic Sloppy Joe recipe is easy, kid-friendly, budget-friendly and delicious. Discover recipes & serving ideas!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/4 cup yellow onion, finely diced
  • ½ teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • ¾ cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 6 hamburger buns

Instructions

  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onions until the beef is no longer pink. Drain.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute, mixing to combine.
  • Stir in the mustard, ketchup, brown sugar, and water, mixing until combined. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Serve warm on hamburger buns.