Ruthey's Sloppy Joes

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 lbs extra lean ground sirloin (3% fat)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 cup hickory flavored barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon basil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Recipe

• 1 brown ground beef, onion and garlic in olive oil in a deep frying pan or wok.
• 2 while meat is browning, mix remaining ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
• 3 when meat is browned and onions are tender, add the sauce. cook over medium heat 20 to 25 minutes or until it reaches desired consistancy.
• 4 serve on hamburger buns or kaiser rolls.