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sandwich · American
Philly Cheesesteak
Thinly sliced beef, sweet onions, and melted provolone tucked into a toasted long roll for a juicy, deeply savory American sandwich.
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American
Sloppy Joes
A classic American sandwich of savory ground beef simmered in a tangy, lightly sweet tomato sauce, piled onto toasted buns for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
40 min
4 servings
Medium
How to prepare
1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
2
Add the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking the meat into small crumbles, until no pink remains and the beef reaches 74°C/165°F.
3
Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to loosen the browned bits and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
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4
Simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the sauce is thick enough to coat the beef but still moist. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
5
Toast the cut sides of the buns in a dry skillet or toaster for 1 to 2 minutes, until lightly browned and crisp at the edges.
6
Spoon the hot beef filling onto the toasted bun bottoms, cap with the bun tops, and serve immediately with pickles or salad.
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Why this recipe works
Browning the beef develops savory depth, while tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar create a balanced glaze of acidity, sweetness, and umami. A brief simmer melds the flavors without making the filling watery.
Storage and reheating
How to store it
Refrigerate the cooled beef filling in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Store buns separately to prevent them from becoming soggy. Freeze the filling for up to 3 months.
How to reheat it
Reheat the filling in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until steaming hot throughout, or microwave covered in short intervals. Add a splash of water if needed.
Nutrition / serving
529kcal
30.70 gprotein
44.65 gcarbs
24.98 gfat
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