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Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Amish Beef Sloppy Joes

Sweet, tangy, old-fashioned sloppy joes made effortlessly in the slow cooker with just five pantry staples. This Amish-inspired comfort food is hearty, budget-friendly, and perfect for feeding a crowd.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Course Budget-Friendly, Comfort Food, Family Favorites, Main Course, Slow Cooker
Cuisine American
Servings 8 sandwiches
Calories 430 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed, adjust to taste
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 8 hamburger buns for serving

Instructions
 

  • Place raw ground beef in the slow cooker in rough chunks. Sprinkle brown sugar over top and stir to combine.
  • Whisk together ketchup, yellow mustard, and apple cider vinegar until smooth. Pour over beef and stir until fully coated.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, stir well and break up larger meat chunks. If mixture is too loose, prop lid open slightly to let sauce thicken.
  • Taste and adjust sweetness or tang if desired. Spoon onto toasted hamburger buns and serve warm.

Notes

Potato rolls are especially good for serving. Add pickles or sliced onions for extra classic diner-style flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcal
Keyword amish recipe, easy sandwiches, ground beef dinner, sloppy joes, slow cooker beef
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