Easy Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes
A simple and flavorful recipe for classic Sloppy Joes made in the slow cooker, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
Vegetables
- 1 Green Pepper Green Pepper (Chopped)
- 1 Red Pepper Red Pepper (Chopped)
- 0.5 Onion Onion (Chopped)
Seasonings
- 2 Teaspoons Minced Garlic
- 0.5 Teaspoon Onion Powder
- 0.5 Teaspoon Garlic Seasoning
- 4 Tablespoons Ketchup (Look for low sugar)
- 4 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 2 Tablespoons Honey
- 2 Teaspoons Mustard
Salt and Pepper
- to taste Black Pepper
- to taste Salt
Meat
- 2 Pounds Ground Beef (or Turkey) (96/4 lean)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Cook chopped peppers, onion, and garlic for a few minutes.
- Add and brown the ground meat, then drain excess fat.
- Line your slow cooker for easy cleanup, then add all ingredients.
- Mix everything well and cook on low for 4 hours.
Notes
Use lean meat for less fat and drain excess fat after browning.