Bacon Beer Cheese Sloppy Joes
Bacon, Guinness and cheddar create bold, satisfying Sloppy Joes served on toasted brioche buns for sharing.
Preparation Time5 min
Cooking Time25 min
Overall Time30 min
Created By: Lily Chen
Category: Main Dishes
Skill Level: Moderate
Cuisine Type: American
Output: 6 Serves
Dietary Options: ~
Ingredients
- 01 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 02 8 slices bacon, chopped
- 03 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
- 04 1/2 cup ketchup
- 05 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 06 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 07 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 08 1 cup beer (Guinness)
- 09 1/2 cup beef broth
- 10 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
- 11 6 brioche buns
Steps
Step 01
In a large skillet, cook the bacon on medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes until crispy but still bendable.
Step 02
Remove the bacon from the pan and drain all but two tablespoons of the fat. Add the chopped onions and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
Step 03
Add the ground beef to the pan, reduce the heat to medium, and cook, breaking it apart but keeping some chunks the size of a raspberry or small grape. Cook for 5–6 minutes until well browned.
Step 04
Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, beer, and beef broth. Cook for 5–6 minutes until the sauce starts to evaporate and becomes 'sloppy.'
Step 05
Reduce the mixture to a consistency where spoonfuls hold their shape without spreading more than half an inch when stacked.
Step 06
Add cheddar cheese cubes and cooked bacon crumbles to the mixture a minute before serving. Stir slightly to create melted pockets of cheese.
Step 07
Toast the brioche buns. Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the buns and top with additional bacon, if desired.
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