Homemade Sloppy Joe Mix

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Eight packets of Sloppy Joe seasoning from one five-minute bowl of pantry staples. Mix it once, then stir three tablespoons into ground beef anytime you need dinner on the table fast, no store run required.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: packets

Calories: 47kcal

Cost: Under $3

Equipment

mixing bowl
Airtight container or jar

Ingredients

For the seasoning mix:

1 cup dried minced onion
3 tablespoons dried green pepper pieces
4 teaspoons sea salt
3 tablespoons cornstarch
4 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons celery seed
2 teaspoons chili powder

To make one dinner:

1 pound lean ground beef
3 tablespoons Sloppy Joe Mix
1/2 cup water
1 cup ketchup or crushed tomatoes

Instructions

Make the mix:

Combine dried minced onion, dried green pepper, sea salt, cornstarch, minced garlic, dry mustard, celery seed, and chili powder in a bowl. Stir until evenly combined.
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keeps for months.

Use the mix:

Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain the fat.
Add 3 tablespoons of Sloppy Joe Mix, water, and ketchup or crushed tomatoes. Stir to combine.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 5 to 10 minutes, until thickened.
Serve on buns.

Notes

Three tablespoons of mix equals one store-bought seasoning packet.

No dried green pepper on hand? Skip it, or stir a handful of fresh diced green pepper into the beef while it browns.

Ketchup gives a sweeter, classic diner flavor. Crushed tomatoes lean more savory. Both work.

Nutrition facts are calculated for 3 tablespoons of the dry seasoning mix (one packet), not for a finished plate of Sloppy Joes. Once you brown the beef and add the ketchup or tomatoes, the numbers for your actual dinner will be higher.

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