Homemade Sloppy Joes Recipe, Better Than The Can!

Brown 1.5 pounds of ground beef and drain the grease.

Chop 1 small onion, 1/4 cup of bell pepper, and 3 cloves of garlic.

Sauté the onion and bell pepper until soft.

In a bowl, mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.

In another bowl, combine barbecue sauce, ketchup, yellow mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.

Add the spice mixture to the sautéed vegetables.

Stir in the sauce mixture and add 1/4 cup of water.

Cook on simmer for 10 minutes to combine flavors.

Toast the buns and add cheese if desired.

Serve with chips or tater tots, or make an open-faced sandwich.

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