Mennonite Sloppy Joes

Sink your teeth into the comforting flavors of Mennonite Sloppy Joes, a hearty and flavorful twist on the classic American favorite. Made with perfectly seasoned ground beef, finely chopped onions, and green bell peppers, this recipe combines a tangy-sweet sauce of ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire, and brown sugar for the ultimate savory bite. A hint of white vinegar adds a touch of zest, bringing balance to this rich, simmered filling. Quick and easy to prepare, these sloppy joes are served warm on toasted hamburger buns, making them the ideal crowd-pleaser for game nights, potlucks, or casual dinners. Pair with coleslaw or crispy chips for a wholesome, family-friendly meal that everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 hamburger buns

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Toast the hamburger buns lightly, if desired, and spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 6

Serve immediately while hot with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, potato chips, or a pickle on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1324.9 grams (1324.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1918

Total Fat 105.30g	135%
Saturated Fat 44.30g	222%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 301mg	100%
Sodium 5116mg	222%
Total Carbohydrate 179.20g	65%
Dietary Fiber 88.50g	316%
Total Sugars 69.10g
Protein 163.30g	327%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 243mg	19%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 1657mg	35%

*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: 40.9%

Protein: 28.2%

Carbs: 30.9%