The Best Sloppy Joes

Step 1

Heat a dutch oven over medium heat and add the butter.

Step 2

Once melted, quickly add the onion and stir occasionally until translucent.

Step 3

Add the peppers and garlic and stir occasionally for 1 minute then add the ground beef and break it up with a wooden spoon, stirring it all together.

Step 4

Allow to cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the brown sugar, mustard, worcestershire, liquid smoke, chili powder, and paprika.

Step 6

Stir for 30 seconds and then add the ketchup and vinegar.

Step 7

Allow to cook for 5 minutes, season to taste and serve or cook up to 1 hour on low and then serve. The longer it cooks the better the flavor.

Step 8

Scoop onto buns that have been brushed with butter.