Ingredients and Weight: * Ground beef: 2 pounds (907 grams) * Onion, chopped: 1 medium (110 grams) * Green bell pepper, chopped: 1 medium (118 grams) * Garlic, minced: 3 cloves (3 grams) * Ketchup: 1 cup (240 grams) * Brown sugar: 1/2 cup (100 grams) * Yellow mustard: 1/4 cup (60 grams) * Worcestershire sauce: 2 tablespoons (30 grams) * Hamburger buns: 8 small or 4 large (454 grams) * Shredded cheddar cheese, for topping: 1/2 cup (50 grams) * Pickles, for topping: 4-6 (60-90 grams)
Preparation Time: * 15 minutes
Cooking Time: * 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level: * 1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat. 2. Add the onion, green pepper, and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. 3. Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 10 minutes. 4. Serve the sloppy Joe mixture on hamburger buns, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and pickles.
Nutritional Information: * Calories per serving: 500 * Fat: 15 grams * Protein: 25 grams * Carbohydrates: 50 grams
Dish Characteristics: * Sweet and tangy flavor * Tender and juicy ground beef * Soft and fluffy hamburger buns * Gooey and melted cheddar cheese * Crisp and refreshing pickles
User Comments: * "My kids love these! They're the perfect mess-free meal." * "The brown sugar adds a nice sweetness to the sloppy Joes." * "I like to add a little bit of heat with some cayenne pepper." * "These are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family." * "I make these with ground turkey for a healthier option."
Special Precautions and Tips: * Use lean ground beef to reduce the fat content. * If the sloppy Joe mixture is too thick, add a little bit of water or beef broth. * Serve with a side of fries or coleslaw for a complete meal.