If you’re in need of a reliable, nostalgic, easy (and cheap) weeknight dinner, then I think there’s no debate: A Sloppy Joes’ night is in order. The perfect answer to, “How far can I stretch this package of ground beef?” Sloppy Joes only require a handful of simple ingredients (that you most likely already have on hand) to create a classic family dinner. My tried-and-tested recipe uses the unstoppable sloppy Joes trio—ground beef, tomato, and onion—to create a flavor-packed meal that’s for way more than just sandwiches.
As you might expect, there’s a lot of theories about the origin of the Sloppy Joe, and some say it’s about as messy as it is to eat one. Did it come from Cuba (made by a certain Sloppy José) or did it come from a Midwestern diner? And did Ernest Hemingway really help coin the sandwich’s name? While the jury is still out, a few things are true: The Sloppy Joe is one of the best sandwiches of all time, and you’re going to need to grab extra napkins.
What People Are Saying:
“AMAZING!!! It’s so easy to make and tastes delicious. Using fresh veggies really makes a difference and I added some taco seasoning in with the beef….. tasty!!! I recommend.” – GoldBoomerang
“Made this recipe with a handful of curly fries and a salad. My guys loved it! No more canned sloppy’s at our house!” – OrangeGuitar
“LOVE this revamped version. It tastes like the sloppy joes of my childhood– but better.” – childofthecorn5