Sloppy Joe Seasoning Mix Recipes

SLOPPY JOE SEASONING MIX

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in a small bowl until well blended.
• Spoon mixture onto a 6-inch square of aluminum foil and fold to make airtight.
• Label as Sloppy Joe Seasoning Mix.
• Store in a cool, dry place and use within 6 months.
• Makes 1 package (about 3 T) of mix.
• Sloppy Joes: Brown 1 lb lean ground beef in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
• Drain excess grease.
• Add seasoning mix, 1/2 cup water, 1 (8 oz) can of tomato sauce and bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Serve over toasted hamburger buns.

HOMEMADE SLOPPY JOES

Steps:

• Place ground beef and onion in a large skillet. Turn heat to medium and cook and stir the mixture constantly until the beef is browned and forms small crumbles, about 10 minutes.
• Stir in garlic and green bell pepper; cook and stir until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 cup water and stir, scraping the pan to dissolve any brown flavor bits from the bottom of the skillet.
• Mix in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Add 1 more cup water and return mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated and the mixture is thick, about 40 minutes.
• Season with salt , black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.

SLOPPY JOES PLUS LOW SALT SEASONING MIX

Steps:

• Seasoning Mix: Combine all ingredients in a coffee mill or mini chopper and blend well.
• Store in a cool dry place, covered. Use up within 6 months.
• Yield: Enough for 6 Sloppy Joes.
• Sloppy Joes: Heat up the oil in a saute pan on medium-high heat and brown the meat until no longer pink. Pour off grease.
• Add the Sloppy Joe's seasoning mix, can of tomato sauce, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 15-20 minutes. Season to taste with salt if desired.
• Serve hot over rolls. The buns can be toasted or untoasted, your choice.
• Eat but remember to chew!

HEALTHIER SLOPPY JOES II

Steps:

• Heat skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir beef, onion, green bell pepper, carrots, and garlic until beef is browned, about 10 minutes. Drain off liquids.
• Stir in mustard, ketchup, and brown sugar and mix thoroughly. Reduce heat to low and simmer until sauce has thickened, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.