Homestyle Sloppy Joes

Make your own Homestyle Sloppy Joes from scratch in the same time it would take to start with a store-bought Sloppy Joe mix, and reap the fresh-tasting rewards.

Serves: 6

Cooking Time: 15 min

Ingredients

• 2 to 2-1/2 pounds ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 sandwich or hamburger buns, split

Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef, onion, and green bell pepper 7 to 9 minutes; drain off excess liquid.
    
2. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Reduce heat to low and simmer 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve over buns.
    

Notes

• For extra zing, add 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce.
   
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