How about trying a delicious twist on a classic—Italian Style Sloppy Joes? These melt-in-your-mouth sandwiches are truly irresistible, and my family devoured them in complete silence.

I had no complaints around our dining room table, just the satisfying sounds of “mmm… nom… mmm” filling the room.

It was one of those dinners where the food did all the talking. What sets this version apart is the rich, flavorful Italian-inspired meat mixture.

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I combined savory ground beef with Italian seasoning, garlic, tomatoes, and a generous dash of parmesan. To add some extra texture and color, I threw in sweet corn and tender peas, which made the filling even more hearty and satisfying.

It’s easy to make, and the final result is a perfectly saucy, flavorful sandwich that’s just messy enough to be fun, but still neat enough to enjoy without too much hassle.

With picky eaters and tough judges in my house, it’s not always easy to impress everyone—but when my family says it’s good, you know it’s really good.

These Sloppy Joes are now a weeknight favorite, perfect for when you need something quick, comforting, and sure to please.

Serve it up with a side of fries or a fresh salad, and you’ve got a dinner that will be requested again and again!

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Yield: 6 SERVINGS

Italian Style Sloppy Joes

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
• 1.5 pound ground beef 80/20
• 1 cup  frozen corn, defrost
• 1 cup frozen Peas, defrost
• Sea salt and black pepper to taste, pinch or two
• 1 Italian pasta sauce
• 2 tbsp. ketchup
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 6 Hamburger Buns split and toasted, I like using brioche but any would do toasted with Mayo.

Instructions

1. In a skillet, heat a little oil over medium-high heat, then sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and green bell pepper for about 5 minutes, until the onion softens and becomes fragrant—be careful not to let it brown/burn.
2. Next, add the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks. Once browned, stir in the partially defrosted peas and corn, mixing everything well to ensure the vegetables are fully coated. Season with a pinch or two of salt and black pepper to taste.
3. Pour in your favorite Italian sauce and a generous squeeze of ketchup, then simmer the mixture until it starts bubbling and thickens slightly. Stir in some dried basil for an extra layer of flavor.
4. For the buns, spread a thin layer of mayo on both sides and toast them in a hot skillet until they’re golden and the edges are crisp.
5. Finally, evenly spoon the beef mixture onto the toasted buns or buns, and serve your delicious Italian-style Sloppy Joes right away!
   
   

Notes

Can you use any bread? YES! I do not see a reason why not.

Corn and Peas are optionally added, but it's worth it. You can also add (drained) canned corn and peas. For less fat and/or calories you can use ground chicken or turkey. If you have leftover pasta or rice, this is perfect to top it with.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 593Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 590mgCarbohydrates: 45gFiber: 4gSugar: 10gProtein: 39g

This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate, but we try our best.

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