
Better Than A Big Mac—Sloppy Joe
Serves 830 mins prep
This recipe for Sloppy Joes promises a tastier and more satisfying alternative to a Big Mac, perfect for a family dinner that kids will love. Featuring flavors akin to a classic fast food favorite but with a homemade twist, it includes a special Big Mac sauce, cheddar cheese, and fresh toppings, all sandwiched in sesame seed buns or served bun-less for a lower-calorie option.
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What you need

cup dill pickle
tsp dill pickle juice

cup mayonnaise

tsp paprika

lb ground beef

tsp garlic powder

cup lettuce

tbsp onion

sesame seed hamburger buns

slice cheddar cheese

tbsp brown sugar

tsp dijon mustard

tbsp pickle
Instructions
1. In a skillet, brown the ground beef, then add finely diced onions and pickles. Cook until softened. 2. Add Dijon mustard, ketchup, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Cover and bring to a simmer. 3. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste. Make the Mac Sauce during this time by combining all sauce ingredients and mixing together. 4. Serve on hamburger buns with sauce, then meat, cheese, lettuce, sliced pickles, more sauce, then top bun. 5. Optional: For a lower-calorie option, serve sloppy joe meat on a bed of lettuce, then top with sauce, cheese, lettuce, and pickles.
