National Sloppy Joe Day is an unofficial holiday that is celebrated annually on March 18th. This day celebrates the classic American dish known as the Sloppy Joe. On this day, many people enjoy Sloppy Joes for dinner, and some restaurants may even offer special deals on this dish.
The origin of the Sloppy Joe’s name is shrouded in mystery. Some believe it was named after a diner in Sioux City, Iowa in the 1930s, while others credit it to a cook in Havana, Cuba in the 1940s. Some people even think it was named after a “loose” bartender in Key West, Florida. Regardless of its origin, the name has stuck and the dish is now a classic American favorite. According to the National Sloppy Joe Day website, Americans consume approximately 300 million Sloppy Joes each year.
Sloppy Joes are made with ground beef, onions, and a tomato-based sauce, and served on a hamburger bun. They are a great way to get a tasty meal quickly, so if you are looking for a quick fix.
Fun Facts about Slopy Joes
-The first Sloppy Joe sandwich was invented in Sioux City, Iowa in 1930.
-The original Sloppy Joe sandwich was made with a mixture of ground beef, tomato sauce, onion, bell pepper, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar.
-Sloppy Joes are often served with a side of French fries, coleslaw, or potato chips.
-The Sloppy Joe is the official sandwich of the city of Key West, Florida.
-It is estimated that Americans consume over 200 million Sloppy Joes each year.
Sloppy Joe Recipe
Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, onion and bell pepper. Cook, stirring and breaking up the ground beef, until the beef is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic powder, black pepper and salt. Stir to combine.
3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thick and saucy.
4. Serve the sloppy joes on hamburger buns. Enjoy!
National Sloppy Joe Day is a great excuse to get creative with your Sloppy Joe recipe. You can make them spicier or sweeter, or try adding different vegetables or cheeses. You can also make vegetarian versions of Sloppy Joes with black beans, or even vegan versions with lentils. There are so many different variations of this classic dish that it’s easy to find one that fits your tastes. So why not give it a try on National Sloppy Joe Day?
Let us know if you tried the recipe.
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