SLOPPY JOES

Football season and a big pot of Sloppy Joe go together like chips & dip, don't they? Well, you don't have to be a sports enthusiast or even a carnivore to enjoy this classic dish. Vegetarians can substitute the meats for tofu, plant-based burger alternatives, Jackfruit, refried pinto beans, etc. Griddle up our Artisan Buns with a little butter or olive oil to get a golden toasty center and pile them high with this tangy, perfectly spiced concoction. I typically eat my Sloppy Joe on a bun with coleslaw and corn chips, but sometimes I may skip the bun altogether and instead, slather my Sloppy on a baked sweet potato or over crispy waffle fries, smothered with melted cheese (see picture below)! Either way, have plenty of napkins at the ready -this recipe from Eric's other sister Mary Beth, is drool-worthy!     ~Adrienne

Makes 8-10 servings

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground Beef
• 1 pound Ground Pork Sausage
• 1 small Onion, chopped
• 1/2 medium Green Pepper, chopped
• 1- 8 ounce can Tomato Sauce
• 1/2 cup Water
• 1/2 cup Ketchup
• 1/4 cup packed Brown Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Cider Vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Yellow Mustard
• 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 cup Éban's GF AP Flour Blend

Directions

1. In a large skillet, brown the beef and pork with the chopped onions and peppers until the meat is cooked through.
2. Drain well of all the fat then add the mixture to a slow cooker. 
   
3. Add in the remaining ingredients and stir well to thoroughly combine.
4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
   
5. Set cooker to warm until ready to serve on toasted Éban's Buns or with your favorite accompaniments.