Irresistible French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes
This recipe offers a delicious twist on the classic sloppy joe, combining savory ground beef with caramelized onions and melted Swiss cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Beef and Onions
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- to taste Salt and pepper
For Assembly
- 4 pieces hamburger buns
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring often, until golden and caramelized.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet, then stir in Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Let the mixture simmer for another 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
- While the mixture is simmering, toast the hamburger buns until lightly golden.
- Scoop the beef mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, top with shredded Swiss cheese, and place the top bun.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
These sloppy joes are best served hot and can be accompanied by a side of crispy fries, fresh salad, or coleslaw. Don't forget to have some extra napkins on hand, as they can get a bit messy.