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Recipe Title & Quick Description:
Irresistible French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes — a savory twist on a classic sloppy joe, featuring caramelized onions and melted Swiss cheese for a rich, comforting meal.
Servings & Timing:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4 sloppy joes
Dietary Badges:
Contains Beef | Dairy | Nut-Free | Can be gluten-free with GF buns
Ingredients Checklist
- Ground beef
- Large onion, thinly sliced
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Olive oil
- Worcestershire sauce
- Soy sauce
- Dried thyme
- Salt and pepper
- Hamburger buns
- Shredded Swiss cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced onions and cook until caramelized and golden, about 10 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors.
- Toast hamburger buns lightly, then spoon beef and onion mixture onto the bottom halves.
- Top each sloppy joe with a generous handful of shredded Swiss cheese.
- Cover the skillet with a lid or place under a broiler briefly to melt the cheese.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Additional Notes
- Use ripe onions for sweeter caramelization.
- Can substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère or mozzarella for a different flavor profile.
- Naturally gluten-free if served on gluten-free buns.
- Perfect for a quick, satisfying weeknight dinner.
Hero Image
A tempting close-up shot of a French Onion Beef Sloppy Joe with melted cheese oozing out, garnished with fresh parsley.
Introduction
French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes take the beloved sloppy joe to a whole new level by incorporating the rich flavors of caramelized onions and Swiss cheese — reminiscent of the classic French onion soup but served as a hearty sandwich. I developed this recipe on a busy weeknight when I wanted comfort food with a gourmet flair but without the fuss. This dish is perfect for those looking for an easy dinner that feels
