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French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes Recipe

4.6 from 114 reviews

A savory and comforting twist on the classic sloppy joe, this French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes recipe features caramelized onions, seasoned ground beef, and melted Swiss cheese served on toasted chicken hamburger buns. Perfect for a hearty and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 chicken hamburger buns
  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Instructions

  1. Caramelize Onions: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and caramelized, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  2. Sauté Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Cook Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until fully browned and no longer pink.
  4. Season and Simmer: Drain excess fat from the skillet, then mix in Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
  5. Toast Buns: Toast chicken hamburger buns until golden brown and slightly crisp.
  6. Assemble Sloppy Joes: Spoon the beef and onion mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, top generously with shredded Swiss cheese, and cover with the top bun. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Caramelizing onions slowly is key to developing their sweet, rich flavor.
  • Use chicken hamburger buns for a lighter alternative to traditional beef buns.
  • Swiss cheese melts beautifully and complements the savory beef and onions.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of beef broth while simmering.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste depending on the saltiness of soy sauce.

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