Maid Rites

Experience the nostalgic comfort of homemade Maid Rites, the classic Midwest-inspired loose meat sandwiches that are as flavorful as they are satisfying. This quick and easy recipe features ground beef simmered to perfection with beef broth, a touch of tangy yellow mustard, brown sugar, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce, creating a savory, slightly sweet blend that melts in your mouth. With just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, these sloppy joe-style sandwiches are perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve the seasoned meat piled high on soft hamburger buns, and customize with pickles, mustard, or ketchup for a truly personalized bite. Pair with crispy fries or coleslaw for a diner-style meal that will be an instant hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 4 pieces soft hamburger buns
• 0 pickle slices (optional, for serving)
• 0 mustard or ketchup (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and finely chopped onion to the skillet. Cook while breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon until the beef is fully browned and the onion is soft, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 3

Drain any excess grease from the skillet, if necessary, and return it to the heat.

Step 4

Stir in the beef broth, yellow mustard, brown sugar, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has mostly evaporated and the beef is well-seasoned.

Step 6

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 7

Spoon the loose meat mixture onto the bottom halves of the hamburger buns. Top with pickles, mustard, or ketchup if desired, and then cover with the bun tops.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your favorite sides, like potato chips, coleslaw, or fries.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	890.5 grams (890.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1729

Total Fat 101.50g	130%
Saturated Fat 38.30g	191%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 313mg	104%
Sodium 2755mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 108.20g	39%
Dietary Fiber 6.30g	23%
Total Sugars 25.20g
Protein 95.60g	191%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 292mg	22%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 1325mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 25.0%