Simple Sloppy Joes

This recipe was a childhood favorite. Once I was old enough to start cooking on my own, I couldn't believe how easy this recipe was!

Normally when you see ketchup, mustard, and relish, you probably think of:

summer get-togethers.

potlucks.

barbecues.

ball parks.

picnics.

Here's a yummy dinner idea that only uses these condiments you already have in your fridge!

Simple Sloppy Joes

Makes about 6 sandwiches

1 pound ground beef or turkey (we prefer it with turkey)

3/4 cup ketchup

1/4 cup relish

1 TBSP mustard

Brown the meat in a frying pan. Drain excess fat. Add condiments, stir, and simmer for 20 minutes.

*****

That's literally the easiest recipe ever.

If you like your sloppy joes extra sloppy, you may want to add more ketchup.

My husband and I love to eat our sloppy joes with pickles on top, steamed broccoli seasoned with Lowry's seasoning salt, and curly/crinkle/sweet potato fries or tator tots. It's one of our favorite dinners!

Now you have another use for those condiments in your refrigerator door! Enjoy!

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