Texas Toast Sloppy Joes (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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500 g ground beef
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 medium bell pepper, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Sauce and Seasoning
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180 ml ketchup
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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2 teaspoons yellow mustard
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ For Frying and Toast
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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8 slices Texas toast, thick-cut
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
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Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until beef is browned and thoroughly cooked, around 8 minutes.
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Drain excess fat. Stir in ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and smoked paprika. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer the mixture for 10–15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to thicken.
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While the beef mixture simmers, toast the Texas toast slices per package instructions or until golden brown and crisp.
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Spoon the Sloppy Joe filling onto four slices of toasted Texas toast. Top with remaining toast slices to form sandwiches. Serve immediately.
# Helpful Notes:
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For added depth, substitute a portion of ketchup with tomato paste and a splash of apple cider vinegar.
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Texas toast holds the hearty filling without becoming soggy, creating a satisfying crunch in every bite.