Easy Sloppy Joes Crock Pot
Hey there, fellow food enthusiasts! Today, I'm thrilled to share with you one of my all-time favorite comfort food recipes: Easy Sloppy Joes Crock Pot. This hearty and flavorful dish is a perfect choice for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.
Equipment
- A slow cooker
- A skillet
- A wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Hamburger buns for serving
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked beef, onion, and bell pepper to the slow cooker.
- Add the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker, stirring to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the flavors are well blended and the mixture is heated through.
- Serve the Sloppy Joes on hamburger buns and enjoy!
Notes
Cooking Time: The cooking time for this recipe is 4-6 hours on low heat or 2-3 hours on high heat in the crock pot.