Ground Beef & Beef · Easy
Easy Homemade Sloppy Joes
These easy homemade sloppy joes are sweet, tangy, and packed with savory ground beef flavor. Ready in about 25 minutes, they're a nostalgic favorite the whole family will love.
5Prep min
20Cook min
25Total min
What you'll need
- 1 lbground beef
- 1/2 cupyellow onion, diced
- 1/2 cupgreen bell pepper, diced
- 2 clovesgarlic, minced
- 3/4 cupketchup
- 2 tablespoonsbrown sugar
- 1 tablespoonWorcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoonmustard
- to tastesalt and black pepper
- 4hamburger buns
Let's cook
- 1In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and bell pepper, breaking up the meat, until browned. Drain excess fat.
- 2Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 3Add the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- 4Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- 5Spoon onto hamburger buns and serve.
Make it yours
- Use ground turkey for a leaner version.
- Add a dash of hot sauce for heat.
- Top with shredded cheese before serving.
Good with
- Potato chips or fries on the side
- A simple coleslaw
- Pickle spears
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Can I make this ahead?
Yes, the filling reheats well and can be made up to 3 days ahead.
Can I freeze sloppy joe filling?
Yes, freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months and thaw before reheating.



