Crock Pot Sloppy Joes
A simple and nostalgic Crock Pot Sloppy Joes recipe made with just four ingredients—ground beef, ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard—perfect for busy families and weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- Crock Pot
Ingredients
Main
- 1 lb lean ground beef (85/15)
Sauce
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain any excess grease.
- Transfer the browned beef to the crock pot.
- Add ketchup, brown sugar, and yellow mustard to the crock pot. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 3–5 hours (or high for 2 hours), stirring once halfway through.
- Serve warm on toasted hamburger buns.
Notes
For extra flavor, stir in diced onions or bell peppers before cooking. Double the recipe for larger crowds or portion and freeze leftovers.