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Easy 3-Ingredient Sloppy Joe Recipe

Published: June 29, 2025 Prep Time: About 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Serves: 4 Difficulty: Easy Category: Main Course Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can (15 oz) Manwich sloppy joe sauce
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
  3. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add Manwich sauce and stir to combine.
  5. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until heated through.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
  7. Serve on hamburger buns.
  8. Enjoy immediately.

Special Notes

This super simple sloppy joe recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. The combination of ground beef and Manwich sauce creates a classic flavor that everyone loves. The key is to let it simmer long enough to heat through and develop the flavors. It's a great way to feed a family quickly without sacrificing taste.

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