Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Irresistible French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes, a gourmet twist on a classic favorite. This easy-to-make dish combines savory ground beef with sweet caramelized onions and gooey melted cheese, all nestled between soft toasted buns. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these sloppy joes are sure to impress everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients and 30 minutes of your time, you can create a comforting meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 chicken hamburger buns
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden and caramelized.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned.
- Drain excess fat, then stir in Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Toast the hamburger buns until lightly golden.
- Assemble by scooping the beef mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, topping with Swiss cheese, then placing the top bun on each sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in diced jalapeños for a spicy kick. Ground turkey can be used as a leaner alternative to beef. Customize your toppings with fresh herbs or additional cheese varieties.