Zesty Sloppy Joes

Name: Zesty Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 5 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 20-25 servings.
Ingredients: 4 pounds ground beef; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 cup finely chopped green pepper; 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted; 1 can (15 ounces) thick and zesty tomato sauce; 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce; 3/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup ketchup; 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon prepared mustard; 1 tablespoon ground mustard; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon garlic salt; 20 to 25 hamburger buns

For a big family gathering, these sandwiches are a hit. I have never served them without getting recipe requests. A fantastic blend of seasonings in a classic sandwich means no one can eat just one. —Sandy Abrams, Greenville, New York

Ingredients

4 pounds ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped green pepper
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 can (15 ounces) thick and zesty tomato sauce
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt
20 to 25 hamburger buns

Directions

In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add green pepper. Cook and stir for 5 minutes; drain. Add the next 10 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Serve on buns.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 263 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 579mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.

Originally published as Zesty Sloppy Joes in Taste of Home August/September 1995

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dcscake_OH

Apr 16, 2018

I just made this for a church gathering, and it was great, no problems with the recipe. If I make this for my family , I will probably use turkey, and I am sure it will be great.
4053lauren

Jan 14, 2018

Tried to make this for 2 people, quite tricky, but it was good!
lamsden

Jan 11, 2018

I always have containers of this in the freezer. If I'm home by myself, this is my go to meal. It's quick and easy and tastes delicious. Thank you for one of my absolute favorite recipes!
2124arizona

Jun 25, 2017

This recipe is large enough for a family get-together and be surevto have the recipe handy!!
mrssarge

Jul 8, 2014

Best sloppy joe recipe ever. This is the only recipe I use. I add an extra pound of ground beef and only use 1 can of soup because I don't like my sloppy joes soupy. All other ingredient measurements I keep the same. I put in crock pot and let simmer all day. Sloppy joes are best when they are simmered all day so flavors can mesh together with the beef.
abenedict1964

Sep 4, 2013

Made this and canned in quart jars; this way hubby and I can have sloppy joes anytime we want, just heat & serve.
Sue Zappa

Aug 18, 2013

I made these for the first timeme for supper last night. I'm not much of a sloppy joes eater, but even I thought they were fantastic! They were a big hit with my whole family, including picky teen daughter. Loved the zesty tomato sauce; actually ended up using the Hunt's version made for chili & it was terrific. I'm going to use the leftovers tonight by topping Fritos with the sloppy joe mixture & sprinkling with cheddar cheese, heat, & sprinkle with lettuce & black olives. Thanks for the recipe.
magkel

Jul 30, 2013

This has been my go to Sloppy Joe recipe for years. I make it for parties quite often and receive huge compliments. The only change I make is sometimes I swap out ground beef for ground turkey.
Wildflour

Jul 30, 2013

This worked perfectly for a large backyard function and would definitely make again and again!
alecat

Mar 26, 2013

I make it every year for a Halloween party... puts canned joe sauce to shame. It's very good.