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Old Fashioned Heinz Ketchup Sloppy Joe Recipe

Perfect recipe for a comforting quick dinner
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Serving Size 6

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 Tbsp. prepared mustard
  • 1 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce optional
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1/2 green, yellow or red pepper, diced
  • hamburger buns

Instructions

  • In a bowl add in the tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, brown sugar and Worcestershire and mix well. Set aside.
  • Brown the beef over medium heat, season with salt and pepper. Strain off the fat once cooked and return to the pan.
  • On medium heat still add to the meat, the onions and peppers. Cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables are soft.
  • Add the sauce to the meat mixture, mix and simmer for 15-20 minutes with the lid off until sauce thickens.
  • Serve on a soft or toasted bun

Notes

Can serve with shredded cheese, sliced cheese, pickles, sliced onions or sliced tomatoes