Sloppy Joe Recipe

The Sloppy Joe sandwich was invented in the United States over a hundred years ago. However, there is no consensus on the exact location where it originated. Most say that it was first served in a bar in Key West, Florida. Others say that it was first prepared in Sioux City, Iowa by a chef named Joe.

This Sloppy Joe recipe gets the traditional tomato base from the ketchup. The pepper, onion, sugar, and cloves give this sandwich a taste that is a perfect combination of sweet and savory.

Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 yellow onion, diced
2 tbsp sugar
1/4 tspn ground cloves
1 tbsp dry mustard
1 tbsp vinegar
1 tspn salt
1 cup ketchup

Preparation:

1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
2. Add all of the other ingredients to the pot.
3. Cover the pot and cook on low for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
4. Serve on your favorite type of roll.

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