Best Hamburger Helper Sloppy Joes Crock Pot Or Stove Top Recipes

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HAMBURGER HELPER SLOPPY JOES (CROCK POT OR STOVE TOP)



Hamburger Helper Sloppy Joes (Crock Pot or Stove Top) image

A sloppy Joe like no other! You can make this in a crock pot but you will need to start the recipe in a skillet firstly, then transfer to the crock pot. This is a thick rich tomato-based recipe with intense flavors, that only gets better the longer it is simmered! If you want a plain-tasting Sloppy Joe then this recipe is not for you, I developed this recipe and has become a family favorite! Use only Hamburger Helper Chili-Macaroni flavor for this! Adjust the jalapeno pepper amount (if using) to suit heat level. I serve this on my homemade cheese buns (recipe#182417) that have been sliced in half and spread with a garlic-butter Parmesan cheese mixture, then baked in the oven for about 10 minutes to crisp slightly and heat, but you can top the mixture on just plain buns, but the garlic buns are better! This recipe makes a ton but can easily be frozen to use for a next meal. This is even better if made a day ahead!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and finely chopped, or to taste)
2 medium onions, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 -2 tablespoon chili powder
1 (210 g) package Hamburger Helper mix for beef pasta (chili-macaroni flavor)
7 -8 slices bacon (cooked until crisp then finely chopped)
1 cup water
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (10 ounce) can tomato soup, undiluted
3 tablespoons sugar (or more to taste)
seasoning salt (or use white salt to taste)
black pepper
water, to thin if needed

Steps:

  • For the Hamburger Helper, separate the pasta package from the seasoning mix package, and save the pasta to use in another recipe.
  • In a large skillet cook the ground beef with green bell pepper, onion, garlic and jalapeno pepper (if using) cook until the meat is well browned (about 10-12 minutes) drain fat.
  • Add in Hamburger Helper seasoning packet, water, cooked finely chopped bacon, chili powder, tomato sauce, tomato soup and sugar; cook uncovered for about 1 to 1-1/2 hours adding in more water if needed to thin to desired consistency (the longer you simmer this the richer and thicker it will be, cook only uncovered!).
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve on soft fresh buns!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.4, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 57.1, Sodium 552.6, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 9.2, Protein 16.1

SLOPPY JOES FOR CROCK POT OR STOVE-TOP



Sloppy Joes for Crock Pot or Stove-Top image

This can also be made either in a crockpot or on top of the stove, see cooking methods listed for both, I also like to add in a can of drained black beans but that is optional --- and to make this even more special butter the sliced buns then lightly sprinkle some garlic powder on top then toast in a skillet butter-side down before topping with the meat mixture :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 4h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 lbs lean ground beef
2 medium onions or 2 large onions, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
2 large celery ribs, diced
1 green bell pepper (seeded and chopped, can use 2 small peppers)
2 teaspoons dried red chili pepper flakes (optional or to taste add in for some heat)
1/2 cup beef broth or 1/2 cup water
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
3/4 cup ketchup (or use BBQ sauce)
1/4 cup brown sugar (or to taste)
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 -2 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste)
1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
1/4 cup flour (add in for the crock pot only)
6 -8 hamburger buns (sliced in half)
cheddar cheese (optional and to taste)

Steps:

  • For the crock pot/slow cooker method; in a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook beef, onion, garlic, celery, green pepper and chili flakes until the meat is no longer pink; drain fat.
  • Add the beef broth or water tomato sauce, ketchup or BBQ sauce, brown sugar, cider vinegar, mustard, chili powder, paprika Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, black pepper and flour; mix well and bring to a simmer then transfer to the crock pot/slow cooker and cook on HIGH for about 4 hours.
  • For the stove top method; Proceed with method as directed (omitting the flour) cooking the complete recipe in a Dutch oven over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally for about 1 hour (the longer you cook this the thicker it will be).
  • Spoon about 1/2 cup mixture onto each bun, top with grated cheddar cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 98.3, Sodium 1058, Carbohydrate 52.2, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 23.1, Protein 37.6

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