There aren’t many dinners that you can get on the table faster than whipping up a batch of Sloppy Joes. To me the Sloppy Joe is as all American as hot dogs and French fries. This recipe is simple with a perfect blend of ingredients without being overly spicy. You have to try this Super Easy Family Friendly Sloppy Joes!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Serves: 3-4

Ingredients:

2 T. of oil

2 lbs. of ground beef or ground turkey

1/2 whole large onion, diced

1 whole large green bell pepper, diced

5 cloves of garlic, minced

1 C. of BBQ sauce (whatever BBQ your family enjoys)

1 C. ketchup

2 tsp. chili powder

1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes (more if you prefer)

2 T. Worcestershire sauce

3 T. tomato paste

2 to 3 T. tabasco sauce

Salt to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

2 C. sharp cheddar cheese, optional

What to do:

Add oil to a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add ground beef or turkey and cook until no longer pink. Drain most of the fat and discard. Add onions, green pepper, and garlic and cook for a few minutes, or until vegetables begin to get soft.

Add BBQ sauce, ketchup, chili pepper and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and simmer for 15 minutes, adding salt and pepper to taste. Then add tomato paste, Worcestershire, and tabasco. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Spoon meat mixture over buns and top with the sharp cheddar cheese.