Sloppy Joes

Prep Steps

• 1 onion {do:dice}
• 1/2 bell pepper {do:dice}
• 3 cloves garlic {do:mince}

Soften the Vegetables

In a large skillet over medium heat, add...

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1/2 bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced

Cook until the onion starts to soften, 3–4 minutes.

Brown the Beef

Add and cook, breaking it apart, until browned...

• 1 lb ground beef

Spoon off any grease that has built up in the pan.

Simmer

Stir in...

• 1/2 tsp kosher salt{tip:We test with Morton kosher salt. Using table salt? Use about 3/4 as much. Diamond Crystal? Use about 1 1/2 times as much.}
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 1/2 tsp yellow mustard
• 2 tsp brown sugar

Bring to a boil, then simmer 15–20 minutes, until thick. Taste and add up to 1 tsp more brown sugar if you like it sweeter.

Serve

Spoon onto...

• 5 hamburger buns, toasted