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Irresistible French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes

French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes with caramelized onions and melted Provolone on a toasted brioche bun
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French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes combine deeply caramelized sweet onions with savory ground beef and melted Provolone on a toasted brioche bun. A rich, comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound ground beef (85/15 recommended)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 4 brioche buns, split and toasted
  • 4 slices Provolone cheese
  • Fresh thyme for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions, salt, and pepper. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes until deeply golden, very soft, and sweet-smelling. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  2. Increase heat to medium-high. Add ground beef to the skillet and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until fully browned with no pink remaining. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  4. Bring to a gentle simmer then reduce heat to low. Cook uncovered for 5 to 10 minutes until the sauce thickens to a saucy, slightly chunky consistency.
  5. While the filling simmers, toast the brioche buns until golden and crisp on the inside.
  6. Spoon a generous amount of the beef and onion mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Top with a slice of Provolone so it melts slightly from the residual heat. Add the top bun, garnish with fresh thyme if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Do not rush the onion caramelization. Low and slow heat over 15 to 20 minutes develops the deep, sweet flavor that defines this recipe.
  • For extra richness, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork, or add a splash of red wine to the onions while they caramelize.
  • Brioche or potato buns work best as they are sturdy and have a soft, rich texture that holds up well to the filling.

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