Ingredients
2 pounds lean ground beef
4 tablespoons butter
1 packet au jus gravy mix
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1/2 cup pepperoncini pepper rings, plus 1/4 cup juice from jar
8 hamburger buns
Instructions
Brown the lean ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Drain the fat from the beef once cooked.
Add the butter to the skillet with the cooked beef over low heat and let it melt.
Sprinkle the au jus and ranch seasoning mixes over the beef, stirring well to coat.
Stir in the pepperoncini pepper rings and 1/4 cup of juice from the jar, along with 1/2 cup of water.
Let the mixture cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
The liquid will reduce down, and the flavors will meld.
Spoon the meat mixture generously onto the hamburger buns.
Serve the Mississippi Sloppy Joes hot and enjoy!
This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. The tangy pepperoncini peppers add a unique twist to traditional sloppy joes.
Enjoy your meal!
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add chili powder or cayenne pepper to taste.
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Vegetarian option: Replace meat with lentils or a meat substitute.
- Can be adapted for vegetarian, gluten-free (with appropriate buns).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg