Best Sloppy Joe Recipe Classic American Comfort Food

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900g) ground beef (ideally 80/20 for flavour)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 ½ cups (355ml) ketchup
• ½ cup (120ml) water
• ¼ cup (60ml) Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 6 hamburger buns, toasted (brioche buns are lush!)
• Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles, shredded cheese