Description
These French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes combine the cozy, caramelized goodness of French onion soup with a hearty, cheesy sandwich twist. Quick to make and impossible to resist, they’re your new weeknight favorite.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
1 pound ground beef
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup beef broth
4 slices provolone or Swiss cheese
4 sandwich buns, toasted
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and caramelized.
2. Push onions to one side and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat. Drain excess fat if necessary.
3. Stir in garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add beef broth, stir, and simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened.
5. Spoon onto toasted buns, top with cheese, and serve warm.
Notes
Toasting the buns helps prevent sogginess and adds texture.
For deeper flavor, use a splash of red wine during caramelization.
Swap beef for turkey or chicken if you prefer a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Sloppy Joes, French Onion, Ground Beef