Ingredients and Weight:
1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the beef and mix well.
- Stir in the tomato sauce and brown sugar. Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes.
- In the meantime, chop the onion and bell pepper and add them to the beef mixture. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Add the Worcestershire sauce (if using) and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve on toasted hamburger buns or bread of choice.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 350
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 650mg (depending on seasoning used)
Dish Characteristics:
- Sloppy Joes are a classic American dish, perfect for a casual family meal or a barbecue.
- The combination of sweet and spicy flavors makes it a crowd-pleaser.
- This recipe is easy to customize, allowing for variations based on personal preference.
User Comments:
- "This is a great recipe for a busy weeknight! My family loved it."
- "I added some extra spices to make it more spicy, turned out great!"
- "Sloppy Joes are always a hit at our house, this recipe is no exception."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to drain excess fat from the ground beef to reduce the overall fat content of the dish.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste. If you like it spicier, add more chili powder or a dash of cayenne pepper.
- This dish can be easily customized by adding other ingredients such as chopped olives, mushrooms, or even shredded chicken.
