Family Favorite Sloppy Joe's with Crispy Ranch Potatoes
These saucy, simple sloppy joe's and crispy ranch potatoes are the ultimate comfort food for a busy weeknight.
recipesbynani.comIf you are looking for a dinner that makes everyone at the table happy, this is it. My kids request these sloppy joe's constantly, and I love that they are so simple to put together without a lot of chopping or prep work. By using onion and garlic powder instead of fresh pieces, the texture stays smooth and consistent for even the pickiest eaters.
The real secret to this meal is serving it alongside my favorite ranch potatoes. They turn out perfectly golden and buttery every single time. It is a humble meal, but it is one of those dishes that feels like a warm hug at the end of a long day.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons beef bouillon base
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 24 ounces baby gold potatoes, halved or quartered
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil for potatoes
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- Hamburger buns for serving
- Pickles or pickled jalapenos for topping
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees.
- 2
Toss the potatoes with one tablespoon of avocado oil and a pinch of salt on a sheet pan, then roast for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and tender.
- 3
While the potatoes roast, heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over high heat.
- 4
Add the ground beef and let it sit undisturbed for a few minutes to develop a nice crust, then cook until browned and broken into small pieces.
- 5
Drain any excess fat from the pan if needed.
- 6
Stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, beef bouillon, and salt.
- 7
Pour in the ketchup, BBQ sauce, and water, stirring well to combine.
- 8
Let the mixture simmer on low until the sauce is thick and glossy.
- 9
Once the potatoes are done, toss them immediately with the butter and ranch seasoning.
- 10
Serve the meat mixture on soft hamburger buns with a side of ranch potatoes.
💡 Tips
Store any leftover meat in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. For the best texture, reheat the ranch potatoes in an air fryer or oven rather than the microwave to keep them crispy.
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