Taverns

Savor the nostalgic charm of classic Midwestern "Taverns," a hearty, loose-meat sandwich that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. This quick and easy recipe combines seasoned ground beef with finely chopped onions, a tangy blend of ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of brown sugar for a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Simmered with beef broth to infuse deep flavor, the filling is generously served on soft hamburger buns, with optional pickle slices for a crisp, tangy bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, these sandwiches are an effortless crowd-pleaser, and they pair beautifully with comfort food sides like potato chips, coleslaw, or baked beans. Perfect for family dinners or game-day spreads, these taverns are a delightful twist on the classic sloppy joe, bringing a taste of homemade tradition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium, finely chopped Yellow onion
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cup Beef broth
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Hamburger buns
• 0 as desired Pickle slices (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula as it cooks. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until no pink remains.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped yellow onion to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the beef broth into the skillet and stir to incorporate. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to slightly reduce.

Step 5

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Add additional salt or pepper to your preference.

Step 6

While the beef is simmering, lightly toast the hamburger buns, if desired, to give them a bit of texture.

Step 7

Spoon the loose meat mixture onto the bottom halves of the hamburger buns. Top with pickle slices, if using, then place the top halves of the buns over the filling to complete the sandwiches.

Step 8

Serve the taverns hot, with your favorite sides such as potato chips, coleslaw, or baked beans.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	789.5 grams (789.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1153

Total Fat 80.80g	104%
Saturated Fat 32.30g	161%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 321mg	107%
Sodium 2534mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 35.60g	13%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 24.90g
Protein 79.10g	158%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 91mg	7%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 1397mg	30%

*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: 61.3%

Protein: 26.7%

Carbs: 12.0%