2 sloppy joes recipes

SUPER SLOPPY JOES

2 lbs. ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper (optional)
1-2/3 cups canned crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tbsp. vinegar
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp. steak sauce
1/2 tsp. garlic salt or powder
1/4 tsp. ground mustard
1/4 tsp. paprika

In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook beef, onion, celery, and green pepper until the meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Drain meat mixture in colander and return to pot. Add the remaining ingredients; mix well. Simmer, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. This freezes well, so you can keep leftovers for another meal, or divide recipe in half for a smaller quantity.

SLOPPY JOES

1 lb. ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped green pepper (optional)
1/3 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
Salt & pepper to taste
1/8 tsp. red pepper sauce

In a 10" non-stick skillet, cook ground beef until no longer pink; drain in colander and return to skillet. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover and cook over low heat just until vegetables are tender, 10-15 minutes. Makes 4-6 servings. This freezes well, so you may want to double the recipe for another meal.