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Smokey Sloppy Joes

Updated: Jun 18

This one-pot wonder comes together in under 30 minutes and is a crowd pleaser! Serve it on toasted brioche buns to create a magical combination of smokey, savory, and sweet. Serve with my Homemade Fried Potato Chips and Homemade Nacho Sauce to ensure everyone will be asking for seconds!


Sloppy Joes


Y’all know as a mom that works outside of the home, I love a meal that can come together quickly and easily. This is especially true in the summertime when canning season is in high gear. This take on a childhood favorite comes together in just 30 minutes and uses budget friendly pantry staples to make a kid-approved meal that's as delicious as it is simple to make. Serve these tasty sandwiches with my Homemade Fried Potato Chips to ensure everyone will be asking for seconds!


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Here’s a few things you’ll need to make these Smokey Sloppy Joes:


Ground Beef

I like to use a lean ground beef, but ground turkey or ground pork would also be good options.


The Best Homemade BBQ Sauce

We truly believe this really is the absolute best homemade BBQ sauce. However, if you don’t

have a homemade version on hand, you can certainly use your favorite. In the past, we have

enjoyed Sweet Baby Ray’s and Stubbs brands.


Stone Ground Mustard

This will add a delicious tang to the sauce.


Worcestershire Sauce

The “dub sauce” will add a savory, umami flavor that will add complexity.


Celery, Garlic, Peppers, and Onions

All of which will add flavor and texture.


Ketchup

For sweetness and that traditional tomato flavor.


Beef Stock

Another savory component that will add flavor and liquid for the sauce to simmer in.


Spices

Ground black pepper, salt, chili powder, and paprika are all totally necessary to increase the overall flavor profile.


Hickory Liquid Smoke

The not-so secret-ingredient that will add that smoky goodness to each and every bite.


Ingredients


Serves 4

  • 1-pound lean ground beef

  • 1 Tablespoon oil

  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped

  • 1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped

  • 1 stalk celery, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced

  • 1 cup homemade beef stock

  • 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 Tablespoon stone ground mustard

  • 1 Tablespoon Ketchup

  • 2 Tablespoons The Best Homemade BBQ Sauce

  • 2 teaspoon Hickory Liquid Smoke

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon paprika

  • ½ teaspoon chili powder




Directions


In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat until browned.


Add onion, pepper, and celery to skillet and sauté until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.


Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.


Slowly add ¼ cup beef stock and deglaze pan by scrapping up any bits stuck to the pan.


Add remaining ingredients and stir well to combine.


Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for approximately 5-10 minutes or until sauce has thickened.


Serve over brioche hamburger buns with your favorite sandwich toppings.


smokey sloppy joes

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