Description
This comforting French Onion Sloppy Joes recipe combines savory ground beef with caramelized onions, flavored with beef broth, onion soup mix, and Worcestershire sauce, slow-cooked to perfection. Topped with melted provolone cheese and served on soft buns, it makes a hearty and delicious meal perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 large onion, sliced thin
- ½ cup quick cooking oatmeal
- 1 1/3 cups beef broth
- 1 ounce beefy onion soup mix
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- Buns (brioche or slider buns), for serving
Instructions
- Cook Beef and Onions: In a large skillet, add the ground beef and thinly sliced onion. Sauté over medium heat until the beef is fully cooked and onions are softened. Drain any excess grease carefully.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Transfer the cooked beef and onion mixture to a slow cooker. Add the quick cooking oatmeal, beef broth, beefy onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken.
- Melt Cheese: Right before serving, place slices of provolone cheese evenly on top of the sloppy joe mixture in the slow cooker. Cover and let sit for about 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and gooey.
- Serve: Spoon the cheesy French Onion Sloppy Joe mixture onto brioche buns or slider buns and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- You can substitute the beef broth with low sodium broth for a lower salt option.
- If you prefer a thicker consistency, use instant oatmeal instead of quick cooking oatmeal.
- Adding a splash of balsamic vinegar can enhance the onion flavor if desired.
- This recipe works well for meal prepping; store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the slow cooker.
