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French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes

French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes

Delicious French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes featuring caramelized onions and rich beef for a cozy meal experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons butter adds a rich flavor to the caramelized onions
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme infuses an aromatic touch that enhances the beefy goodness
  • 1 pound ground beef choose lean beef for a hearty yet flavorful texture
  • 2 cloves garlic freshly minced for a zesty kick
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce adds a robust umami flavor that ties everything together
  • 1 cup beef broth keeps the mixture moist and adds richness to the sauce
For the Assembly
  • 4 ounces provolone or Gruyère cheese melts beautifully for that ultimate cheesy experience

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-low heat, add sliced yellow onions and dried thyme. Cook until golden brown for about 20-25 minutes.
  2. Push caramelized onions to the side, add ground beef, and brown until cooked. Mix with onions.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, cooking until fragrant, then add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Let simmer for 5-10 minutes until thick.
  4. Toast brioche or burger buns until golden and slightly crisp.
  5. Assemble by placing beef-onion mixture on buns, topping with cheese, and covering briefly to melt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley for an extra pop of color.

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