Josephs: Sloppy

This isn’t a sammich that should be messed with. I mean look at it one impressive sloppy j.

To Make These Sloppy Josephs Gather:

• reserved bacon fat – Or substitute with light olive oil.
• ground beef – I like to use a blend of 85/15 and 90/10.
• yellow onion – Lends subtle onion flavor.
• ketchup – From-scratch or store-bought. This is the base of the sauce and rounds out all of the flavors in this dish.
• white vinegar – Lends acidity and tang.
• prepared yellow mustard – Adds a tart and tangy flavor.
• kosher salt – Enhances the flavor of the recipe.
• freshly ground black pepper – This will add some subtle bite and flavor.
• paprika – Adds color and subtle flavor.
• sugar – Lends a touch of sweetness.
• sturdy rolls or buns – I like to use toasted brioche.
• bacon – I like to use thick cut applewood smoked bacon for this dish.
• avocado – Lends satisfying creaminess.
• fried eggs – Add richness and flavor-packed flavor.

The sauce is sweet and savory and reliable. It does call for ketchup, which I know some of my friends have strong feelings about it. But I of course will share with you my kitchen-made ketchup recipe and you can feel free to use in place of reg-o ketchup.

It all comes together so quickly. While the sauce simmers you can crisp up the bacon, fry up some eggs and slice up an avocado. Then pla-dow! It’s done.

And of course I served with an adult beverage.

Then I happily shoved this sandwich into my face and gave myself the reliable sloppy j stache. Because why not?

Enjoy! And if you give this Sloppy Josephs recipe a try, let me know! Snap a photo and tag me on twitter or instagram!