Sloppy Joes

Ingredients

• 3 Tablespoons Butter
• 1/2 Cup Onion (diced fine)
• 1 Red Bell Pepper (diced fine)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Garlic (minced)
• 1 Pound Ground Beef (we use 80% lean)
• 2 1/2 Tablespoons Dark or Light Brown Sugar
• 2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard
• 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
• 3/4 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
• 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
• 1 Cup Ketchup
• 1/4 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
• Salt and Pepper (to taste)
• 4 Buns (for serving)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat a dutch oven over medium heat and add the butter.

2. 2

   Once melted, quickly add the onion and stir occasionally until translucent.

3. 3

   Add the peppers and garlic and stir occasionally for 1 minute then add the ground beef and break it up with a wooden spoon, stirring it all together.

4. 4

   Allow to cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Add the brown sugar, mustard, worcestershire, liquid smoke, chili powder, and paprika.

6. 6

   Stir for 30 seconds and then add the ketchup and vinegar.

7. 7

   Allow to cook for 5 minutes, season to taste and serve or cook up to 1 hour on low and then serve. The longer it cooks the better the flavor.

8. 8

   Scoop onto buns that have been brushed with butter.