My Go-To Sloppy Joes

1 Lb. ground beef

1/2 c. onion, finely chopped

1 green bell pepper, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

3/4 c. ketchup

1 1/2 Tbl. brown sugar

1 1/2 tsp. chili powder

3/4 tsp. dry mustard

a few dashes of Worcestershire

2 Tbl. tomato paste

salt & pepper, to taste

1/2 c. water, only if needed

hamburger buns, toasted

Mayo or Miracle Whip

sliced pickles, opt.

sliced Cheddar cheese, opt.

Brown ground beef in a large skillet. When meat is almost cooked through, add the onion, green pepper and garlic and cook a few minutes. Add ketchup, brown sugar, chili powder, dry mustard Worcestershire, tomato paste, salt and pepper Stir to combine. If mixture is too thick, add some water. Simmer for 5 minutes. Spread Mayo or Miracle Whip over toasted hamburger buns top with sloppy joe mix, sliced pickles and sliced cheese. Yield: 4-6 sloppy joes.

slightly adapted from: Pioneer Woman