Mississippi Sloppy Joes

Name: Mississippi Sloppy Joes (25-Minute)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp butter; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 1 lb ground beef; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 packet (1 oz) au jus gravy mix; 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix; 1/4 cup pepperoncini juice; 1 cup beef broth; 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers; 1 cup shredded provolone cheese; 6 hamburger buns; 2 tbsp butter, melted (for buns); 1/2 tsp garlic powder (for buns); 1/2 tsp dried parsley (for buns); 6 slices provolone cheese (for buns)

Mississippi Sloppy Joes merge the savory-tangy flavors of a classic Mississippi pot roast with ground beef and melted provolone on a sandwich, ready in under 30 minutes.

🌍American 🏷️Sloppy joes 🏷️Mississippi pot roast 🏷️Sandwich 🏷️Ground beef Pepperoncini

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🏷️Provolone cheese

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Total

25 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$28–$46

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 tbsp butter
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 lb ground beef
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 packet (1 oz) au jus gravy mix
1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
1/4 cup pepperoncini juice
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
1 cup shredded provolone cheese
6 hamburger buns
2 tbsp butter, melted (for buns)optional
1/2 tsp garlic powder (for buns)optional
1/2 tsp dried parsley (for buns)optional
6 slices provolone cheese (for buns)optional

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Instructions

1
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened.
2
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook until fully browned. Drain off any excess grease.
3
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour, au jus gravy mix, and ranch seasoning mix over the cooked beef. Stir until everything is well combined.
4
Pour in the pepperoncini juice and beef broth, stirring to incorporate.
5
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for a few minutes until the sauce has thickened.
6
Stir in the sliced pepperoncini peppers.
7
Add the shredded provolone cheese and stir continuously until the cheese is completely melted and the mixture is creamy and cheesy.
8
Prepare the buns by toasting them. You can melt a slice of provolone on the bottom buns and spread the top buns with a mixture of melted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley.
9
Spoon a generous amount of the sloppy joe mixture onto the prepared buns and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Toast buns lightly before serving to prevent them from becoming soggy from the meat sauce.
Don't skip browning the ground beef thoroughly—it builds flavor depth for the sauce.
Add cheese during the last minute off heat so it melts evenly without scorching.
Taste the sauce before serving; adjust tanginess by adding more pepperoncini juice if needed.

Substitutions

Provolone cheese → sharp cheddar or Swiss (maintains richness)
Pepperoncini peppers → banana peppers or jalapeños (similar tang and heat)
Ground beef → ground turkey or ground chicken (leaner option, may need extra seasoning)

Storage & make-ahead

Store the cooked meat filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop before assembling sandwiches.

Common Questions

Can I make Mississippi Sloppy Joes ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare the meat filling up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate in an airtight container. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave before serving on buns.

What can I substitute for pepperoncini peppers?

Banana peppers or jalapeños work well for heat and tang. Use the same amount and include their brine for flavor.

Can I use fresh onion instead of au jus and ranch packets?

Packets are essential for the signature Mississippi flavor. Au jus provides beef depth; ranch adds herbaceous seasoning. Substituting with fresh ingredients will change the dish significantly.