Sloppy Joe

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef (, chopped)
• 2 tablespoons butter ((or margarine))
• 1 onion (, finely chopped)
• 1 clove garlic (, chopped)
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup chicken stock ((or beef stock))
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon crushed pepper
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• Salt
• Pepper
• 4 hamburger buns

Instructions

1. 1

   In a hot pan, place half the butter (or margarine) and brown the onion slices, stirring frequently.

2. 2

   After about 5 minutes, the onions should start to turn translucent.

3. 3

   Then add the garlic and continue to sauté for 1 or 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and transfer to a container. Set aside.

5. 5

   In the same pan, heat the rest of the butter (or margarine) and brown the beef until nicely browned.

6. 6

   Stir occasionally. The meat should hang a little on the pan to obtain a golden color, and this way it will not release all its water.

7. 7

   Season the meat with salt and pepper, mix, then remove excess fat and water.

8. 8

   Then add the reserved onion/garlic mixture, chili pepper, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock (or meat stock), and brown sugar.

9. 9

   Let everything simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently.

10. 10

    Adjust the salt, and distribute the meat in a lightly toasted hamburger bun.

11. 11

    Serve with salad and/or fries.