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French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes

Delicious French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes for Comfort Food Bliss

Savor the flavors of French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes—a comforting twist on a classic dish featuring rich beef, caramelized onions, and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sloppy Joe Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can substitute with turkey or lentils
  • 2 large Onions sliced; yellow or white preferred
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can replace with other oils
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce tamari as gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme fresh or dried
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
For Topping
  • 1-2 slices Swiss Cheese can substitute with provolone or cheddar
For Serving
  • 4 Hamburger Buns soft and toasted

Equipment

  • skillet
  • spatula
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add sliced onions to the skillet and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef, breaking apart with a spatula, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until fully browned.
  5. Drain excess fat, stir in Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Toast your hamburger buns until lightly golden, about 3-5 minutes.
  8. Assemble the sloppy joes by scooping beef mixture onto the bottom half of each bun and topping with Swiss cheese.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 32gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Ensure onions are well caramelized for the best flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste for a personalized experience.

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