Ingredients for Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes<\/h2>\n\n- Ground beef:<\/strong> For the most flavorful sloppy joes, we suggest using ground beef with an 80-to-20 ratio of lean to fat. You can use leaner beef if you prefer; slow-cooker beef recipes<\/a> don’t dry out easily.<\/li>\n
- Vegetables:<\/strong> Chopped green pepper and onion are lightly sauteed and stirred into the beef, adding sweet flavor and varied texture.<\/li>\n
- Ketchup:<\/strong> Ketchup makes up the base of the sauce, so choose whichever\u00a0ketchup brand<\/a> you prefer.<\/li>\n
- Sloppy joe mix:<\/strong> While other sloppy joes<\/a> require a homemade sauce, this recipe makes it simple with store-bought sloppy joe mix.<\/li>\n
- Brown sugar:<\/strong> A dash of brown sugar sweetens the sauce and thickens it up a bit.<\/li>\n
- Prepared mustard:<\/strong> Break up the sweet flavors with a bit of prepared mustard<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Hamburger buns:<\/strong> Lightly toasting the burger buns dries them out, making it easier for the bread to absorb the sloppy joe sauce.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Directions<\/h2>\nStep 1: Saute the beef and vegetables<\/h3>\n
In a large skillet, cook the beef, pepper and onion over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink, 8 to 10 minutes, breaking up the beef into crumbles with a wooden spoon or fork as you cook. Drain any excess fat.<\/p>\n
Editor’s Tip:<\/em> Cooking meat before adding it to the crockpot is an important slow-cooker tip<\/a>. It helps lock in flavor and juices, which results in better-tasting sloppy joes.<\/p>\nStep 2: Add the sauce<\/h3>\n
Stir in the ketchup, sloppy joe mix, brown sugar and mustard.<\/p>\n
Step 3: Slow-cook your sloppy joes<\/h3>\n
Transfer the meat and sauce to a 3-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on low until the flavors are blended, four to five hours. Serve on buns.<\/p>\n
Editor’s Tip:<\/em> Slice the buns in half and lightly toast them if you’d like. Spoon a generous dollop of sloppy joe meat and sauce onto the bun and serve the sandwiches hot.<\/p>\n![\"Slow](\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Slow-Cooker-Sloppy-Joes_FT23_37031_ST_4_04_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\")
Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nRecipe Variations<\/h2>\n\n- Swap in ground turkey:<\/strong> For lighter sloppy joes, you can use ground turkey instead of beef. Look for dark meat, which will have the most flavor.<\/li>\n
- Add toppings:<\/strong> Like hamburgers, sloppy joes taste great with all kinds of toppings. Try shredded or sliced cheese (we\u00a0like cheddar and pepper jack for sloppy joes) or bacon slices. Most pickles are delicious on sloppy joes, including classic dill pickles, bread and butter pickles<\/a> or pickled onions<\/a>. Add a spoonful of your favorite coleslaw recipe<\/a> or sprinkle on some crumbled corn chips for added crunch.<\/li>\n
- Go gluten-free:<\/strong> As long as the packaged sloppy joe mix is gluten-free, you can easily make this a gluten-free dinner<\/a>. Just serve the sloppy joes on gluten-free buns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How to Store Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes<\/h2>\n
Leftover slow-cooker sloppy joes keep well in the refrigerator when stored without the buns. Transfer the meat and sauce into an airtight container to keep it fresh.<\/p>\n
How long do slow-cooker sloppy joes last?<\/h3>\n
Crockpot sloppy joes keep well in the fridge for up to four days, as the sauce ensures the beef stays juicy.<\/p>\n
Can you freeze crockpot sloppy joes?<\/h3>\n
Yes, these sloppy joes are one of our favorite crockpot freezer meals<\/a>. There are two ways to freeze slow-cooker meals<\/a>: cooked or uncooked.<\/p>\nTo freeze cooked crockpot sloppy joes, let the meat and sauce cool, then transfer them to a freezer-safe container (or even a sturdy freezer bag). Freeze the sloppy joe filling for up to three months. Defrost it in the refrigerator overnight before reheating it.<\/p>\n
To freeze uncooked sloppy joes, prepare the recipe through Step 2, then transfer the filling to a freezer-safe container and freeze it for up to three months. Defrost it in the fridge overnight, then transfer it to a slow cooker and cook it as directed in Step 3. Don’t skip the defrosting step;\u00a0cooking<\/a> frozen meat in a slow cooker<\/a> is unsafe. The meat will remain at an unsafe temperature for too long, giving dangerous bacteria the opportunity to grow.<\/p>\nHow do you reheat slow-cooker sloppy joes?<\/h3>\n
Reheat leftover sloppy joe filling in a covered dish in the microwave or a saucepan on the stovetop. Heat through, stirring occasionally, so the meat will warm evenly. Serve the meat on freshly toasted buns.<\/p>\n
Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes Tips<\/h2>\n
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Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nCan you put raw ground beef in a slow cooker?<\/h3>\n
If you’re in a rush, you can skip the saute step and place all the ingredients into the slow cooker. The downside is that the meat will have less flavor (since you skipped the browning) and will leave more grease in the pot (since you can’t drain the excess fat). Cook your sloppy joe filling on low for five to six hours until the beef cooks through and the sauce is rich and hot.<\/p>\n
How else can you cook sloppy joes?<\/h3>\n
This sloppy joe crockpot recipe is convenient when you want a hands-off cooking method where the sauce is gently simmered and the beef’s moisture is preserved. However, if you’re in a hurry, simply cook the sloppy joes on the stovetop. Add the sauce ingredients directly to the saute pan in Step 3, bring the pan to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer the sauce for 15 minutes or until it’s heated through.<\/p>\n
What can you serve with slow-cooker sloppy joes?<\/h3>\n
Sloppy joes are a classic comfort food recipe<\/a>, so they pair well with cozy side dishes like baked beans<\/a>, macaroni and cheese<\/a>, potato salad<\/a> or even plain-old potato chips. But the sweet, rich beef sandwiches taste great with all sorts of sides. Roasted vegetables, steamed broccoli or sweet potatoes, tomato salads, sauteed green beans and other vegetable side dishes<\/a>\u00a0make delicious pairings with sloppy joes. A simple\u00a0green salad<\/a> and a baked potato would be healthy. If you’re serving kids, make a side dish<\/a> kids will love, such as glazed carrots<\/a> or crispy zucchini pancakes<\/a>.<\/p>\nHow else can you use sloppy joes?<\/h3>\n
Think outside the hamburger bun! Serve sloppy joes on biscuits<\/a>, as a dip alongside big chunks of Texas toast<\/a> or on hoagie rolls. Or try a dollop of sloppy joe beef over a bowl of creamy mashed potatoes<\/a>. 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Ketchup is the domineering taste. Followed the recipe ingredients but halved the recipe as 12 servings is too much for two people. Skipped the slow cooker as I'm not sure what that adds besides simmering down the little liquid that is in the dish. The long simmer may help the blending of spices, but not that much. This is an okay recipe. Very sweet. Would not make again without adjusting to add some savory. Thank you for sharing. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-05-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Colleen432"},"reviewBody":"
Great recipe.<\/p>
I did add 1 can; mild (well drained) Ro-Tel along with my own seasoning mixture.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-09-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Joseph836"},"reviewBody":"
I am sure this is very good, but why of you already had to brown the meat would you not finish it in the same pan. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-11-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"shereeder"},"reviewBody":"
Why add sloppy joe mix when you already have the catsup, brown sugar and mustard? I add a dash worchestershire sauce, fry my hamburger in onions, and I'm all set to go. Done in one pan.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-07-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenGrapes"},"reviewBody":"Fast and easy recipe--followed the recipe and also added sliced celery, fresh minced garllic and a little water. Will be saving this one!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-05-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanButton"},"reviewBody":"It has a very good flavor. I used McCormick's sloppy joe mix. I think it needs some liquid added - water or red wine. Otherwise it is great. I'd probably add celery too next time.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BluePlanet"},"reviewBody":"This was pretty good, especially for someone who got braces on less than a week before. It was tasty & I used whole grain sandwich thins and made it open-faced and easier to eat. I used dry onion since I don't like onion much. It's pretty high in sodium though & my dad thought pretty sweet. (First ingredient in Walmart store brand sloppy joe sauce is sugar.) I may make a few adjustments, but overall it was a very filling & easy meal for a working person.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedScooter"},"reviewBody":"I made this with turkey and it was delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-06-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldTree"},"reviewBody":"I have the pickiest five year old in the entire world and she gobbled this up! It was delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCorn"},"reviewBody":"The whole family loved it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBoomerang"},"reviewBody":"This is a very delicious recipe.There are a couple of things I did different..I browned the beef, onion, & green pepper, drained the grease, added the remaining ingredients & simmered it on the stove top for an hour & I used only 1 TBS of brown sugar..My husband & son loved it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanHat"},"reviewBody":"Why brown in the skillet first? I can see the need for the 1st pan.The gr beef is in the crock pot for 4 hrs...just chop it up,mix all the ingredients and cover.Skim off the top before you eat...Ta Da! Less time spent cooking and less to clean...let's go toast our buns!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBandAid"},"reviewBody":"This was a great and easy recipe for a crowd. I did use red pepper instead of green. Otherwise, I made it as written","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveRaindrop"},"reviewBody":"This is my absolute favorite sloopy joe recipe ever!! I love the flavor!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-08-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBox"},"reviewBody":"This is a very good and easy to make recipe. Thank you for sharing this Joeanne Steras and Taste Recipes. :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleSeahorse"},"reviewBody":"Very tasty and easy. Only changes were I used a red pepper and added 1 cup sliced celery.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-05-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCoathanger"},"reviewBody":"I will never use another recipe. This was fabulous and very easy to put together. I made it for 75 people for a Cub Scout Crossover dinner and everyone raved about it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanHat"},"reviewBody":"CAN'T see the need for the 1st pan...typo !","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCherries"},"reviewBody":"This was a very good recipe for our pot-luck.The first pan was used to caramelize the beef, adding flavor.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-07-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedSailboat"},"reviewBody":"I just put everything into the slow cooker and let it cook on low while I was at work -- no need to dirty any more dishes! 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Directions<\/h2>\nStep 1: Saute the beef and vegetables<\/h3>\n
In a large skillet, cook the beef, pepper and onion over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink, 8 to 10 minutes, breaking up the beef into crumbles with a wooden spoon or fork as you cook. Drain any excess fat.<\/p>\n
Editor’s Tip:<\/em> Cooking meat before adding it to the crockpot is an important slow-cooker tip<\/a>. It helps lock in flavor and juices, which results in better-tasting sloppy joes.<\/p>\n Stir in the ketchup, sloppy joe mix, brown sugar and mustard.<\/p>\n Transfer the meat and sauce to a 3-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on low until the flavors are blended, four to five hours. Serve on buns.<\/p>\n Editor’s Tip:<\/em> Slice the buns in half and lightly toast them if you’d like. Spoon a generous dollop of sloppy joe meat and sauce onto the bun and serve the sandwiches hot.<\/p>\n Leftover slow-cooker sloppy joes keep well in the refrigerator when stored without the buns. Transfer the meat and sauce into an airtight container to keep it fresh.<\/p>\n Crockpot sloppy joes keep well in the fridge for up to four days, as the sauce ensures the beef stays juicy.<\/p>\n Yes, these sloppy joes are one of our favorite crockpot freezer meals<\/a>. There are two ways to freeze slow-cooker meals<\/a>: cooked or uncooked.<\/p>\n To freeze cooked crockpot sloppy joes, let the meat and sauce cool, then transfer them to a freezer-safe container (or even a sturdy freezer bag). Freeze the sloppy joe filling for up to three months. Defrost it in the refrigerator overnight before reheating it.<\/p>\n To freeze uncooked sloppy joes, prepare the recipe through Step 2, then transfer the filling to a freezer-safe container and freeze it for up to three months. Defrost it in the fridge overnight, then transfer it to a slow cooker and cook it as directed in Step 3. Don’t skip the defrosting step;\u00a0cooking<\/a> frozen meat in a slow cooker<\/a> is unsafe. The meat will remain at an unsafe temperature for too long, giving dangerous bacteria the opportunity to grow.<\/p>\n Reheat leftover sloppy joe filling in a covered dish in the microwave or a saucepan on the stovetop. Heat through, stirring occasionally, so the meat will warm evenly. Serve the meat on freshly toasted buns.<\/p>\n If you’re in a rush, you can skip the saute step and place all the ingredients into the slow cooker. The downside is that the meat will have less flavor (since you skipped the browning) and will leave more grease in the pot (since you can’t drain the excess fat). Cook your sloppy joe filling on low for five to six hours until the beef cooks through and the sauce is rich and hot.<\/p>\n This sloppy joe crockpot recipe is convenient when you want a hands-off cooking method where the sauce is gently simmered and the beef’s moisture is preserved. However, if you’re in a hurry, simply cook the sloppy joes on the stovetop. Add the sauce ingredients directly to the saute pan in Step 3, bring the pan to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer the sauce for 15 minutes or until it’s heated through.<\/p>\n Sloppy joes are a classic comfort food recipe<\/a>, so they pair well with cozy side dishes like baked beans<\/a>, macaroni and cheese<\/a>, potato salad<\/a> or even plain-old potato chips. But the sweet, rich beef sandwiches taste great with all sorts of sides. Roasted vegetables, steamed broccoli or sweet potatoes, tomato salads, sauteed green beans and other vegetable side dishes<\/a>\u00a0make delicious pairings with sloppy joes. A simple\u00a0green salad<\/a> and a baked potato would be healthy. If you’re serving kids, make a side dish<\/a> kids will love, such as glazed carrots<\/a> or crispy zucchini pancakes<\/a>.<\/p>\n Think outside the hamburger bun! Serve sloppy joes on biscuits<\/a>, as a dip alongside big chunks of Texas toast<\/a> or on hoagie rolls. 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Followed the recipe ingredients but halved the recipe as 12 servings is too much for two people. Skipped the slow cooker as I'm not sure what that adds besides simmering down the little liquid that is in the dish. The long simmer may help the blending of spices, but not that much. This is an okay recipe. Very sweet. Would not make again without adjusting to add some savory. Thank you for sharing. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-05-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Colleen432"},"reviewBody":" Great recipe.<\/p> I did add 1 can; mild (well drained) Ro-Tel along with my own seasoning mixture.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-09-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Joseph836"},"reviewBody":" I am sure this is very good, but why of you already had to brown the meat would you not finish it in the same pan. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-11-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"shereeder"},"reviewBody":" Why add sloppy joe mix when you already have the catsup, brown sugar and mustard? I add a dash worchestershire sauce, fry my hamburger in onions, and I'm all set to go. Done in one pan.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-07-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenGrapes"},"reviewBody":"Fast and easy recipe--followed the recipe and also added sliced celery, fresh minced garllic and a little water. Will be saving this one!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-05-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanButton"},"reviewBody":"It has a very good flavor. I used McCormick's sloppy joe mix. I think it needs some liquid added - water or red wine. Otherwise it is great. I'd probably add celery too next time.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BluePlanet"},"reviewBody":"This was pretty good, especially for someone who got braces on less than a week before. It was tasty & I used whole grain sandwich thins and made it open-faced and easier to eat. I used dry onion since I don't like onion much. It's pretty high in sodium though & my dad thought pretty sweet. (First ingredient in Walmart store brand sloppy joe sauce is sugar.) I may make a few adjustments, but overall it was a very filling & easy meal for a working person.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedScooter"},"reviewBody":"I made this with turkey and it was delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-06-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldTree"},"reviewBody":"I have the pickiest five year old in the entire world and she gobbled this up! It was delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCorn"},"reviewBody":"The whole family loved it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBoomerang"},"reviewBody":"This is a very delicious recipe.There are a couple of things I did different..I browned the beef, onion, & green pepper, drained the grease, added the remaining ingredients & simmered it on the stove top for an hour & I used only 1 TBS of brown sugar..My husband & son loved it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanHat"},"reviewBody":"Why brown in the skillet first? I can see the need for the 1st pan.The gr beef is in the crock pot for 4 hrs...just chop it up,mix all the ingredients and cover.Skim off the top before you eat...Ta Da! Less time spent cooking and less to clean...let's go toast our buns!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBandAid"},"reviewBody":"This was a great and easy recipe for a crowd. I did use red pepper instead of green. Otherwise, I made it as written","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveRaindrop"},"reviewBody":"This is my absolute favorite sloopy joe recipe ever!! I love the flavor!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-08-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBox"},"reviewBody":"This is a very good and easy to make recipe. Thank you for sharing this Joeanne Steras and Taste Recipes. :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleSeahorse"},"reviewBody":"Very tasty and easy. Only changes were I used a red pepper and added 1 cup sliced celery.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-05-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCoathanger"},"reviewBody":"I will never use another recipe. This was fabulous and very easy to put together. I made it for 75 people for a Cub Scout Crossover dinner and everyone raved about it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanHat"},"reviewBody":"CAN'T see the need for the 1st pan...typo !","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCherries"},"reviewBody":"This was a very good recipe for our pot-luck.The first pan was used to caramelize the beef, adding flavor.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-07-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedSailboat"},"reviewBody":"I just put everything into the slow cooker and let it cook on low while I was at work -- no need to dirty any more dishes! 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Step 3: Slow-cook your sloppy joes<\/h3>\n
Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nRecipe Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes<\/h2>\n
How long do slow-cooker sloppy joes last?<\/h3>\n
Can you freeze crockpot sloppy joes?<\/h3>\n
How do you reheat slow-cooker sloppy joes?<\/h3>\n
Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes Tips<\/h2>\n
Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nCan you put raw ground beef in a slow cooker?<\/h3>\n
How else can you cook sloppy joes?<\/h3>\n
What can you serve with slow-cooker sloppy joes?<\/h3>\n
How else can you use sloppy joes?<\/h3>\n
Can you use ground turkey instead of ground beef? <\/h3>For a healthier spin, you can make slow-cooker turkey sloppy joes<\/a> instead. However, you'll get the most flavor with quality ground beef that has about 20% fat.\r\n
How else can you cook sloppy joes? <\/h3>To speed up the preparation, cook the mixture on the stovetop instead of transferring it to a slow cooker. Simmer the meat mixture over medium heat for about 15 minutes, or until heated through.\r\n
What toppings can you put on each sloppy joe? <\/h3>Much like hamburgers, sloppy joes can serve as the base for many toppings like cheese, bacon, bread and butter pickles<\/a>, your favorite coleslaw recipe<\/a> or even corn chips.
What can you serve with slow-cooker sloppy joes? <\/h3>You can serve many sides with sloppy joes. Try them with baked beans<\/a>, macaroni and cheese<\/a>, potato salad<\/a> or even plain old potato chips. If you liked this dish, try more of our favorite sloppy joe recipes<\/a> and other slow-cooker ground beef recipes<\/a>.
\u2014Julie Schnittka<\/a>, Taste Recipes Senior Editor<\/i>"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43630,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":312615,"name":"Sandwiches & Wraps","slug":"sandwiches-wraps","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312550,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Refresh your sandwich repertoire with these recipes for easy sandwiches, from wrap recipes to classic lunch entrees and more.","parent":310796,"count":2602,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/sandwiches-wraps\/"},{"term_id":312655,"name":"Sloppy Joes","slug":"sloppy-joes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312590,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"They\u2019re messy, they\u2019re saucy, and these homemade sloppy Joe recipes are the most fun you can have with comfort food.","parent":312615,"count":206,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/sandwiches-wraps\/sloppy-joes\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n