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Cozy Sloppy Joe Sliders

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These cozy sloppy joe sliders are an easy, budget-friendly comfort meal featuring tender ground beef in a savory, slightly sweet sauce served on soft slider buns. Perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup green bell pepper, diced (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup tomato sauce (120 ml)
  • ¼ cup ketchup (60 ml)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 12 small slider buns
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted (optional, for brushing buns)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: finely chop the onion, mince garlic, and dice bell pepper. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) if warming buns.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  3. Push beef to one side of the pan. Add onions, bell pepper, and garlic to the cleared space and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Combine well.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens.
  6. Place slider buns on a baking sheet, brush tops with melted butter, and warm in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden and soft.
  7. Spoon a generous amount of sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, top with the other half, press lightly, and serve immediately.

Notes

If sauce is too runny, cook a few minutes longer uncovered; if too thick, add a splash of water or broth. Drain excess fat for less greasy sliders. Brush buns with butter before warming for extra flavor. Variations include vegetarian, spicy, cheesy, slow cooker, and gluten-free options.

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