Easy Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes

Preparation

1. 1
   Step 1

   Finely dice 1 yellow onion and 1 green bell pepper. Mince 2 garlic cloves.

2. 2
   Step 2

   Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. 3
   Step 3

   Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

   Timer · 5 min
4. 4
   Step 4

   Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

   Timer · 1 min
5. 5
   Step 5

   Add 1 lb ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart, until browned.

6. 6
   Step 6

   Drain any excess fat from the pan.

7. 7
   Step 7

   Stir in 1 15oz. can tomato sauce, 3 Tbsp tomato paste, 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 2 Tbsp brown sugar.

8. 8
   Step 8

   Add 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, and 3/4 tsp salt.

9. 9
   Step 9

   Stir everything well to combine.

10. 10
    Step 10

    Reduce heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10 minutes to thicken.

    Timer · 10 min
11. 11
    Step 11

    While the sauce simmers, toast 5 hamburger buns.

12. 12
    Step 12

    Spoon the meat mixture generously onto the toasted buns and serve immediately.