Mississippi Sloppy Joes

Juicy ground beef simmers with onion, pepperoncini, ranch seasoning, and savory au jus for a tangy, comforting sandwich filling piled onto toasted buns.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 20 min · Yield: 6 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds ground beef
• 1 small yellow onion
• 0.5 cup pepperoncini peppers
• 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
• 1 packet au jus gravy mix
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons pepperoncini brine
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 hamburger buns

Cooking instructions

1. Finely chop the onion and pepperoncini peppers. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and onion, breaking up the beef, and cook for 7 to 9 minutes, until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is tender. Drain excess fat if needed. (about 9 min) — Medium-high heat
2. Stir in the ranch seasoning mix, au jus gravy mix, chopped pepperoncini, pepperoncini brine, black pepper, and water until combined. (about 2 min) — Medium heat
3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cook uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and saucy. The beef should reach at least 160°F. (about 10 min) — Low simmer
4. Toast the buns if desired. Spoon the beef mixture onto the bun bottoms, cap with the tops, and serve hot. (about 2 min) — Optional medium heat