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    Classic Homemade Sloppy Joes

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    A delicious homemade version of the classic Sloppy Joes, featuring a tangy and sweet ground beef mixture served on toasted whole-wheat buns.

    Ingredients for Classic Homemade Sloppy Joes

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    Tomato Sauce, smooth

    0 oz

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    Ketchup

    cups

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    Worcestershire Sauce

    tablespoons

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    Yellow Mustard, prepared

    teaspoons

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    Dry Mustard

    teaspoons

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    Molasses, rich

    teaspoons

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    Garlic Clove, finely minced

    each

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    Orange Zest

    teaspoons

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    Ground Cloves, aromatic

    pinches

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    Ground Beef, hearty

    0 lb

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    Small Onion, finely chopped

    each

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    Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns, toasted if desired

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    How to Make Classic Homemade Sloppy Joes

    1. Prepare the Sauce

    Begin your Sloppy Joe adventure by setting a saucepan over a gentle low flame. Ease the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, both mustards, molasses, garlic, orange zest, and ground cloves into the pan. Stir these together to create a harmonious blend, then let this mixture simmer softly. This is when you can tweak the heat with your hot sauce, and balance the flavors with a little salt and pepper. Keep an eye on it; you'll want it to meld but not boil away.

    2. Cook the Beef

    Next, your skillet comes into play. Place it over a medium-high heat, craving that sizzle when the ground beef hits the pan. Cook the beef, breaking it apart and stirring occasionally, just until you say goodbye to any pinkness, which should take about 4 to 5 minutes. Once properly browned, let the beef take a brief rest on a bed of paper towels to drain off any excess fat.

    3. Sauté the Onions

    Now, let's bring the onions into the mix. Using the same skillet, let the onions dance with the heat until they turn translucent and fragrant, an aromatic five-minute waltz. It's essential not to rush this step, as the onions lay the foundation of flavor.

    4. Combine and Simmer

    Reintroduce the ground beef to the pan with its old friend, the onion. Pour the simmered sauce over the beef, stirring the trio together. Give it about 3 minutes to heat through, for the flavors to become fast friends.

    5. Taste and Serve

    Taste your creation. This is your moment to be bold, to add that extra pinch of salt, pepper, or another daring dash of hot sauce if your heart desires. To serve, ladle a generous ½ cup of your Sloppy Joe filling onto each toasted whole-wheat bun. Let the warmth and the aroma invite you to dig in immediately. Enjoy the fruits of your labor, the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory, all nestled between the halves of a bun. Your Classic Homemade Sloppy Joes are ready to win hearts!


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