Crockpot Cowboy Sloppy Joes (Printer-Friendly)
Slow-simmered beef with smoky bacon, sweet BBQ sauce, jalapeños, and oats for hearty, flavorful comfort.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meat & Pork
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1 lb lean ground beef
02 -
4 slices smoked bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
03 -
1 medium onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1-2 jalapeños, finely chopped
→ Sauces & Condiments
06 -
120 ml BBQ sauce
07 -
15 ml Worcestershire sauce
→ Dry Ingredients
08 -
1 tbsp brown sugar
09 -
1/2 cup rolled oats
→ Liquids
10 -
120 ml water
→ Bread & Toppings
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8 sandwich buns (brioche, pretzel, or hamburger)
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8 slices Colby Jack cheese
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1/2 cup crispy fried onions
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Additional jalapeño slices and BBQ sauce for garnish
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Place ground beef, crumbled bacon, diced onion, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, chopped jalapeños, BBQ sauce, rolled oats, and water into the slow cooker. Stir until evenly mixed.
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Cover and cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure ingredients meld and cook evenly.
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Spoon the cooked mixture onto toasted sandwich buns, top each with a slice of Colby Jack cheese and a sprinkle of crispy fried onions. Add optional jalapeño slices and a drizzle of BBQ sauce to taste.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently with added water or broth to maintain moisture.