Sloppy Joes
 
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Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 8 oz lean ground beef
  • 1 tbsp canola oil
  • ½ onion, diced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • ½ red or green pepper, diced
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 - 8 small crimini mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tsp worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp summer savory (or Italian seasoning)
  • ½ tsp dry mustard
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 - 3 oz bourbon (optional)
  • slices of cheese (optional)
Instructions
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add the canola oil and heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook until almost all the pink is gone, approximately 5 minutes.
  3. Add the onion, carrot, peppers, and celery.
  4. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cook until the vegetables begin to soften, approximately 5 minutes.
  6. Add the garlic and mushrooms.
  7. Cook until the garlic is fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
  8. Add the dry mustard, nutmeg and summer savory, stirring to distribute.
  9. Add the tomato paste, tomato sauce, worcestershire sauce, and bourbon, stirring to combine.
  10. Bring mixture to a strong simmer, then reduce heat to low/medium low and cover.
  11. Simmer lightly, stirring occasionally, for approximately 20 minutes to meld the flavors.
  12. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
  13. Serve inside a toasted bun and top with cheese (optional), broiling the cheese to melt, if desired.
Recipe by Cooking 4 One at https://www.cooking-4-one.com/2017/01/15/sloppy-joes/