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.

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