Best Make Ahead Sloppy Joes Recipes

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MAKE-AHEAD SLOPPY JOES



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"I frequently made big batches of these flavorful filled buns when our six children were growing up," relates Alyne Fuller of Odessa, Texas. "Having the zesty sandwiches in the freezer was such a time-saver on busy days. Now my kids make them for their families."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 14-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
14 to 16 sandwich buns, split
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the sausage, beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.Remove the centers from the tops and bottoms of each bun. Tear removed bread into small pieces; add to skillet. Set buns aside. , Stir in remaining ingredients into sausage mixture. Spoon about 1/3 cupful onto the bottom of each bun; replace tops. Wrap individually in heavy-duty foil. , Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until heated through or freeze for up to 3 months. , To use frozen sandwiches: Bake at 350° for 35 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

HOMEMADE SLOPPY JOES



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Despite the name of this iconic retro dish, the secret to a great sloppy joe is a thick, rich, almost dry consistency, which allows the sandwich to be eaten with your hands. Serve on hamburger buns.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ pounds extra lean ground beef
½ onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 green pepper, diced
1 cup water
¾ cup ketchup
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 ½ teaspoons salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup water
1 pinch cayenne pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place ground beef and onion in a large skillet. Turn heat to medium and cook and stir the mixture constantly until the beef is browned and forms small crumbles, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and green bell pepper; cook and stir until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 cup water and stir, scraping the pan to dissolve any brown flavor bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  • Mix in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Add 1 more cup water and return mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated and the mixture is thick, about 40 minutes.
  • Season with salt , black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1001.5 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

SLOPPY JOES II



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This is the recipe my mother used for sloppy joes and it always gets compliments!

Provided by Tamara

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
¾ cup ketchup
3 teaspoons brown sugar
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, onion, and green pepper; drain off liquids.
  • Stir in the garlic powder, mustard, ketchup, and brown sugar; mix thoroughly. Reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 416.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

BEST SLOPPY JOES



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Who isn't looking for quick, healthy meal solutions during the busy holiday and shopping season? Here's a sophisticated twist on a kid favorite. My daughter, Tiffany, came up with this lower-fat version of traditional sloppy joes. Best of all, this recipe can be made ahead and frozen for real holiday convenience. However, the tangy kick from the orange peel may not appeal to all children. -Suzanne McKinley, Lyons, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon molasses
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
Pinch ground cloves
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest, optional
6 whole wheat buns, split

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, molasses, prepared mustard, ground mustard, cloves, cayenne and orange zest if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Serve on buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

MAKE-AHEAD SLOPPY JOES



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Need a quick meal? These yummy sloppy joes can be frozen in the freezer after prepared and reheated later. Even the first preparation is a 30 minute or less meal. I used hamburger buns and put half in the recipe and left half out. I found this recipe from Parties, Potlucks, and Barbecues/Taste of Home by Alyne Fuller of Odessa, Texas.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 14-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb bulk pork sausage
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
14 -16 sandwich buns, split
16 ounces tomato sauce
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage, beef, and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink.
  • Remove from heat and drain.
  • Remove centers from the tops and bottoms of each bun. Tear removed bread into small pieces and add to skillet. Set buns aside.
  • Stir remaining ingredients into the sausage mixture and spoon about 1/3 cupful onto the bottom of each bun.
  • Replace tops and wrap individually in heavy-duty foil.
  • Place on a baking sheet and bake at 350 for 20 minutes or until heated through or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw frozen sandwiches in the refrigerator and heat as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.8, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 612.6, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 4.5, Protein 19.1

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