With football season here I am always looking for a recipe that will go great while watching a ball game. Serve this Sloppy Joe recipe with chips or fries and it is sure to be a hit with your football enthusiasts. Cook it ahead of time and keep it in a warming oven. To serve more hungry fans just double the recipe.
 
Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef    
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 green pepper, diced
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite)
  • 1 tablespoon firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • Provolone Cheese, thinly sliced


Directions
  • In a large skillet, brown ground beef, celery, green peppers, mushrooms and onion.
  • Drain the fat.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients, simmer covered, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • If Sloppy Joe mixture seems a little too juicy continue simmering uncovered till it thickens to the consistency you desire.
  • Serve on a fresh or toasted bun topped with a slice of Provolone Cheese.

Got questions or comments? Email me!
 
-Matt
matt@themensfashionblog.com