Sloppy Joes

The longer you slow-cook Sloppy Joe’s, the more the flavors develop. Serve on hamburger or other soft sandwich rolls.

Serves 12

Ingredients:

• 3 pounds lean ground beef
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion, peeled and diced
• 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup ketchup
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1. Brown the ground beef in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, breaking apart the meat as you do so. Remove and discard any fat rendered from the meat.
2. Stir in the oil and onion; sauté for 5 minutes or until the onion is transparent. Transfer the cooked ground beef and onions to the slow cooker.
3. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or longer.