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French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes

Savory French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes for Ultimate Comfort

These French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes are a delightful twist on the classic comfort food, featuring caramelized onions, hearty beef, and gooey cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Provides a silky base for caramelizing onions.
  • 2 Yellow Onions Thinly sliced; caramelized adds sweetness.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Primary protein; browns well for flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Adds umami and depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Provides aromatic flavor.
  • to taste Salt Basic seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Basic seasoning.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Adds moisture and richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Serves as a thickening agent.
  • 1 cup Shredded Gruyère Cheese Melts beautifully for a creamy texture.
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Hamburger Buns Toasted for texture.
  • to taste Chopped Fresh Parsley Optional garnish for color.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced yellow onions and sauté for 20-25 minutes until caramelized.
  2. Brown ground beef in another skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until fully browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to cooked beef. Mix for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Combine the caramelized onions with the beef mixture, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in beef broth and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Add flour and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to thicken the mixture.
  7. Gradually stir in shredded Gruyère cheese and allow to melt over low heat.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast hamburger buns for 5-7 minutes.
  9. Spoon the beef filling onto the bottom half of the toasted buns and cap with the top half.
  10. Optionally sprinkle chopped parsley on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Caramelizing onions takes time; cook slowly to achieve sweetness. Always toast buns to prevent sogginess. Use quality cheese for the best texture.

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