Crowd - Pleaser Brother Mel’s BBQ Sloppy Joes

Ingredients

1. 2 lbs ground beef (optional: use 1 lb ground turkey and 1 lb ground beef)
2. 1 onion, chopped
3. ½ green bell pepper
4. ½ red bell pepper
5. 2 cloves garlic
6. 2 tsp Brother Mel’s Spice Blend
7. 1 Cup Brother Mel’s Southern Style BBQ Sauce - Original
8. ½ Cup Ketchup
9. ½  Cup water
10. ¼ Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
11. 8 Buns

Directions

• Brown ground beef, onions, and both bell peppers. 
• Drain off excess fat. 
• Add chopped garlic and Brother Mel’s SPICE BLEND and continue to brown for 2-3 more minutes. 
• Add Brother Mel’s BBQ Sauce, ketchup, water, and vinegar.  
• Cook on low for 10-15 minutes to blend flavors. 
• Serve on slightly buns. 
• Our family likes to eat sloppy joes on slightly grilled Brioche Buns - Yummy!
• Add a little of your favorite cheese on top if you like.

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Variations

• Use 1 lb beef and 1 lb ground turkey for a little leaner BBQ Sloppy Joe. 
• Use 1 lb ground pork for a richer taste. 
• If your family likes a little tongue-tingling spice - Use Brother Mel’s Hot and Spicy BBQ Sauce instead.