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French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes combine the rich, caramelized flavors of slowly cooked onions with hearty ground beef, enhanced by savory Worcestershire sauce and melted provolone or Swiss cheese. This classic American comfort food is elevated with a French onion twist, making for a delicious and satisfying weeknight dinner. Served on toasted hamburger buns, these sloppy joes offer a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy tastes in every bite.

Ingredients

Beef and Onion Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Assembly

  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 4 slices provolone or Swiss cheese

Instructions

  1. Caramelize Onions: In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15–20 minutes until they become caramelized and golden brown, developing deep, sweet flavors.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: Push the caramelized onions to one side of the skillet. Add the ground beef to the empty side and cook until browned and fully cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease from the skillet to keep the mixture from being too oily.
  3. Add Flavorings: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, beef broth, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper into the beef and onion mixture. Mix everything well to combine all the flavors evenly.
  4. Simmer Mixture: Allow the combined mixture to simmer gently for 5–7 minutes. This step helps the flavors meld beautifully and slightly thickens the sauce for a more robust sloppy joe texture.
  5. Prepare Buns and Cheese: While the mixture simmers, toast the hamburger buns lightly if desired, to give them a bit of crunch and warmth. Then, spoon the flavorful beef and onion mixture onto the bottom halves of each bun.
  6. Assemble Sandwiches: Top each portion of the beef mixture with a slice of provolone or Swiss cheese and cover with the top half of the bun. Serve the sloppy joes warm for the best taste experience.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, melt the cheese directly on the beef mixture in the skillet before assembling the sandwiches.
  • Brioche or onion rolls are delicious alternatives to traditional hamburger buns that add extra richness and texture.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/french-onion-beef-sloppy-joes-recipe/