Big Mac Sloppy Joes (Print Version)

Juicy ground beef with creamy cheese and tangy dressing, layered on toasted sesame buns with crisp lettuce.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Protein and Vegetables

01 - 1 to 1.5 pounds ground beef
02 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped

→ Condiments and Sauces

03 - 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
04 - 1/4 cup dill relish
05 - 1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing

→ Cheese

06 - 4 ounces Velveeta cheese
07 - 8 to 12 slices American cheese

→ Breads and Greens

08 - 4 to 6 sesame seed hamburger buns
09 - 1/2 cup shredded iceberg lettuce

→ Seasonings and Oils

10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - 1 tablespoon garlic powder
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and ground beef; season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until beef is fully browned and onions are softened, approximately 8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
02 - Pour Worcestershire sauce into the skillet with the beef mixture. Stir to evenly coat all ingredients.
03 - Add Velveeta cheese to the skillet. Stir continuously until melted and the mixture becomes creamy and smooth.
04 - Fold in dill relish and Thousand Island dressing. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is evenly blended, creating the signature sloppy joe filling.
05 - Lightly toast sesame seed buns to prevent sogginess. On each bottom bun half, place a slice of American cheese, spoon a generous portion of the beef mixture, top with another slice of cheese, then shredded iceberg lettuce. Cover with the top bun and serve immediately.

# Extra Tips & Details:

01 - Lightly toasting the buns prevents the sandwich from becoming soggy when adding the saucy filling.
02 - Finely chopping onions allows them to melt into the beef and enhances flavor without overpowering bites.
03 - Premake the beef mixture and reheat for quicker weeknight meals.