French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes
A delightful twist on the classic sloppy joe featuring tender ground beef, sweet caramelized onions, and melty Swiss cheese, perfect for cozy dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean) Can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based alternatives.
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced Sweet onions work well.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil For caramelizing onions.
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 4 pieces hamburger buns Toasted until golden.
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- to taste fresh parsley, chopped Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, for about 10-12 minutes until golden and caramelized.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until fully browned, around 5-7 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat and stir in the Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Let simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes.
- Toast the hamburger buns until golden.
- Scoop generous portions of the beef mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, top with shredded Swiss cheese, and cap with the top bun.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Serving suggestions include pairing with sweet potato fries or a side salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge and reheated on the stove.