Big Mac Sloppy Joes

Are we the only ones dreaming about fresh fruits and veggies right now? It’s about this time every winter we want to start banging our fists on the table demanding local squash and zucchini, fresh Georgia peaches and our own homegrown strawberries, and, of course, allll the watermelon.

But, since we all have to wait a bit longer for summer fresh produce, we thought we’d give you some comfort food inspiration. Bonus—it’s a quick and easy meal for those busy weeknights. AND it’s an updated twist on a classic!

Enjoy our Big Mac Sloppy Joes

Ingredients—

2 lbs. Ground Beef

1 Small Sweet Onion, chopped

½ Cup Dill Pickles, chopped

2 tsp. Hot Sauce (optional)

2 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce

Salt and Pepper to taste

1 ½ Cup Mayonnaise

1/3 Cup French Dressing

3 TBSP Sweet Relish

2 TBSP Ketchup

2 tsp. White Vinegar

1 tsp. Onion Powder

1 tsp. Paprika

1 tsp. Celery Seed

1 tsp. Ground Mustard

1 Cup Shredded American Cheese

8 Sesame Seed Hamburger Buns

2 Cups Iceberg Lettuce, shredded

Sliced Tomatoes

Dill Pickle Chips

Directions—

Step #1—

Brown beef in a big skillet with chopped onions—using a tablespoon of oil if needed. When beef is no longer pink and onions are translucent, add chopped dill pickles, hot sauce, Worcestershire Sauce, and salt and pepper. Mix well.

Step #2—

While beef is cooking, mix mayo, French dressing, sweet relish, ketchup, white vinegar, and spices together in a separate bowl until well combined. Add 1.5 cups of sauce to beef mixture. Cook 2-3 minutes, stirring often. Add shredded cheese. Take off heat.

Step #3—

Make Sloppy Joes by scooping a generous heap onto sesame seed buns, then topping with more sauce if you’d like, lettuce, tomatoes and pickle chips. Serve to your family. Make a giant, delicious mess. Save this recipe for later!