Classic Sloppy Joes
The lunchroom classic, grown up slightly.
$20.00 total
Ingredients & Cost Breakdown
| 1.25 lb ground beef | $11.42 |
| 1 onion, diced | $1.48 |
| 1 bell pepper, diced | $0.90 |
| Ketchup | $0.57 |
| Mustard | $0.17 |
| Brown sugar | $0.17 |
| Worcestershire sauce | $0.17 |
| 8 hamburger buns | $2.30 |
| Chips, side | $0.63 |
| Cornbread, side | $2.19 |
| Total | $20.00 |
Shopping List
Exactly what to grab at the store — whole units, no guessing at "half an onion."
- 1.25 lb ground beef
- 1 onion
- 1 bell pepper
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Brown sugar
- Worcestershire sauce
- 8 hamburger buns
- Chips, side
- Cornbread, side
How to Make It
- Brown beef with onion and pepper, 8 minutes; drain fat.
- Stir in ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire; simmer 5 minutes uncovered.
- Pile onto buns.
- Serve with chips or slaw on the side.
- Serve with cornbread on the side.
No-Time-For-That Tip: Let it simmer the full 5 minutes uncovered — that's what thickens it enough to stay on the bun.
Swap It: Ground turkey works fine and cuts the grease — the sauce carries the flavor either way.
🍽️ Pairs well with Smothered Pork Chops & Rice
