Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 12 slider buns
Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Baking sheet
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, stirring occasionally.
3. Add chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook until vegetables are tender.
4. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
5. Add ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Meanwhile, slice slider buns in half and place them on a baking sheet.
8. Spoon sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each slider bun.
9. Top with the other half of the slider bun.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until buns are lightly toasted and sloppy joe mixture is heated through.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- 12 sliders
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 16g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground turkey can be substituted for ground beef.
- Red bell pepper can be substituted for green bell pepper.
- BBQ sauce can be substituted for ketchup.
Variations:
- Add shredded cheese on top of the sloppy joe mixture before baking.
- Use Hawaiian rolls instead of slider buns.
- Add diced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
Tips and tricks:
- Make the sloppy joe mixture ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use a cookie cutter to cut the slider buns into fun shapes.
- Serve with a side of coleslaw.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat sliders in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Arrange sliders on a platter with toothpicks for easy serving.
Garnishes:
- Top with sliced pickles or diced onions.
Pairings:
- Serve with sweet potato fries or potato chips.
Suggested side dishes:
- Coleslaw
- Baked beans
- Corn on the cob
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sloppy joe mixture is too thick, add a splash of water to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Cook ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
- Sloppy Joes were first created in the 1930s and were originally called "loose meat sandwiches."
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet and tangy with a hint of spice.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish for dinner or as an appetizer for a party.
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