Sloppy Josephs

Steps

• 1

  Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat with a tablespoon of bacon fat or olive oil.

  
• 2

  Saute the diced onion for 5 to 8 minutes until soft and translucent.

  
• 3

  Add in the ground beef, use a wooden spoon to break up the meat and cook for another 5-8 minutes or until browned and fully cooked.

  
• 4

  Meanwhile in a bowl, combine the ketchup, water, vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt, pepper and paprika. Whisk until blended and smooth.

  
• 5

  Once the ground beef is fully cooked, drain off the fat with a spoon and then pour in the ketchup mixture. Stir and bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce to low, cover and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  
• 6

  Build the sandwich by scooping out about a 1/2 cup of sloppy joe filling and place it onto the toasted bun. Top with a slice of bacon that has been cut in half, a few slices of avocado and a fried egg.