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French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes

Delightful French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes in 30 Minutes

This French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes recipe combines savory ground beef, caramelized onions, and gooey Swiss cheese for a gourmet twist on a beloved comfort food.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 2 medium onions thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or dried if fresh isn't available
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Toppings
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese or provolone/cheddar
  • 4 pieces hamburger buns soft and fresh
  • optional chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced onions and sauté for about 10-12 minutes until caramelized.
  2. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 pound of lean ground beef, breaking it apart. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  4. Drain excess fat, then stir in 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. While simmering, preheat oven to 350°F. Toast hamburger buns on a baking sheet for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  6. Scoop a portion of the beef mixture onto each bun, top with Swiss cheese, and let it melt slightly.
  7. Place the top bun over each sandwich and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize your Sloppy Joes with additional toppings like mushrooms or jalapeños, and enjoy them for any occasion.

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