Sausage Sloppy Joes swap ground beef for hot Italian sausage to deliver bold, spiced flavor in a simple two-ingredient recipe. Served on toasted potato rolls with mayo, this weeknight sandwich comes together in under 15 minutes.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground sausage.
Use a spoon to break up the sausage and cook until browned through. The creator does not drain the fat.
Pour the can of sloppy joe sauce into the skillet with the cooked sausage.
Stir to combine and let it simmer until heated through.
While the meat mixture is simmering, toast the potato rolls until golden and crispy.
To assemble, spread mayonnaise on the toasted buns if desired, then spoon the sausage mixture on top.
Store the cooked sausage and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently on the stovetop over medium heat before serving on fresh rolls.
Yes, sweet Italian sausage works well if you prefer less heat. The dish will be milder but still flavorful. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want to restore some spice.
Yes. Cook the sausage and sauce mixture up to 2 days ahead, refrigerate in an airtight container, and reheat gently on the stovetop before serving on fresh rolls.
Brioche buns, hamburger buns, or hoagie rolls all work. Toasting them is optional but recommended to prevent sogginess.
Toast the rolls lightly and spread mayo on both sides as a moisture barrier before adding the warm sausage mixture.
Yes. Use 2 lbs sausage and 2 cans of sauce, cooked in the same pan. Cooking time may increase by 2–3 minutes.
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