Sloppy Jalopy Recipe
House sloppy joes served on a Kaiser bun. A Fat Willys favorite.
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Ingredients
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Sloppy Joe Mixture
For Serving
Method
Prepare the Sloppy Joe Mixture
- 1
Brown the Meat
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- 2
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Stir in the ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
- 4
Simmer
Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld together.
Assemble the Sloppy Joes
- 5
Prepare the Buns
While the mixture is simmering, slice the Kaiser buns in half and lightly toast them if desired.
- 6
Fill the Buns
Spoon a generous amount of the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun.
- 7
Add Toppings
Top with sliced pickles and shredded cheese if using, then place the top half of the bun over the filling.