Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes (Crowd Size)

Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes (Crowd Size)
440 min.
24
373kcal

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Are you ready to impress a crowd with a delicious and hearty meal? Look no further than these Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes! Perfect for gatherings, parties, or family dinners, this recipe serves a whopping 24 people, making it an ideal choice for any occasion where you want to feed a hungry crowd without spending all day in the kitchen.

What makes these Sloppy Joes truly special is their rich, savory flavor, thanks to a combination of lean ground beef, sweet barbecue sauce, and a classic sloppy joe sauce. The addition of onions and celery adds a delightful crunch and depth to the dish, ensuring that every bite is packed with flavor. Plus, this recipe is dairy-free, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your home as this dish simmers away in the slow cooker, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over 7 to 9 hours. Whether you're serving them for lunch, dinner, or as a main course, these Sloppy Joes are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Just fill a soft sandwich bun with the savory beef mixture, and you have a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

So gather your friends and family, and get ready to enjoy a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • lb ground beef 80% lean (at least )
  • cup onion coarsely chopped
  • 0.8 cup celery stalks chopped
  • cup barbecue sauce 
  • 26.5 oz sauce canned
  • 24  sandwich rolls split

Equipment

  • dutch oven
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 4-quart Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
  2. Mix beef mixture and remaining ingredients except buns in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker.
  3. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 7 to 9 hours.
  4. Stir well before serving. To serve, fill each bun with about 1/3 cup beef mixture. Beef mixture will hold on Low heat setting up to 2 hours; stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts

Calories373kcal
Protein17.3%
Fat34.16%
Carbs48.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.46
Glycemic Load
0.15
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
11.629130332366%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.09mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:372.82kcal
18.64%
Fat:13.91g
21.4%
Saturated Fat:4.71g
29.41%
Carbohydrates:44.48g
14.83%
Net Carbohydrates:42.89g
15.6%
Sugar:12.52g
13.91%
Cholesterol:40.26mg
13.42%
Sodium:849.23mg
36.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.85g
31.71%
Selenium:30.99µg
44.28%
Vitamin B3:4.9mg
24.51%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
20.22%
Vitamin B12:1.21µg
20.22%
Zinc:2.94mg
19.61%
Iron:3.07mg
17.03%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.81%
Folate:60.76µg
15.19%
Phosphorus:151.66mg
15.17%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.74%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.12%
Potassium:260.23mg
7.44%
Calcium:71.08mg
7.11%
Copper:0.14mg
6.99%
Magnesium:27.59mg
6.9%
Fiber:1.58g
6.33%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.54%
Vitamin E:0.58mg
3.85%
Vitamin K:2.53µg
2.41%