Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes – A Simple and Hearty Family Favorite

This Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes recipe makes preparing a classic, comfort food so much easier and more flavorful. With ground beef cooked to perfection and simmered in a tangy, sweet sauce, this dish offers the perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. The slow cooking process melds the spices and sauce into the meat, ensuring a tender and juicy mixture. You can also swap the ground beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter version. Serve this hearty meal on soft hamburger buns, and enjoy a satisfying dinner or lunch for the whole family.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  
  

• 1 ½ lbs ground beef
  
  

• 16 ounces tomato sauce
  
  

• ½ cup ketchup
  
  

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  
  

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  
  

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  
  

• ½ teaspoon onion powder
  
  

• 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
  
  

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  
  

• Salt and pepper to taste
  
  

• 6 hamburger buns
  
  

• 6 slices yellow cheese (optional)
  
  

Directions

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
   
   

2. Add the ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up as it browns. Drain excess fat if necessary.
   
   

3. Transfer the cooked beef to the slow cooker and stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
   
   

4. Stir everything to combine and cover the slow cooker.
   
   

5. Cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours.
   
   

6. Once cooked, spoon the mixture onto hamburger buns, topping each with a slice of cheese if desired.
   
   

7. Serve and enjoy!
   
   

Nutritional Value

• Calories: 592
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 36g
  
  

• Protein: 32g
  
  

• Fat: 35g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 16g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 110mg
  
  

• Sodium: 1081mg
  
  

• Potassium: 724mg
  
  

• Fiber: 2g
  
  

• Sugar: 15g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 793 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 7mg
  
  

• Calcium: 316mg
  
  

• Iron: 5mg