Ingredients:
- Ground beef (1 lb / 450 g)
- Hamburger buns or slices of bread (enough for 4 servings)
- 1 can of Manwich Sloppy Joe sauce (or homemade tomato-based sloppy joe sauce)
- Shredded cheese (optional)
- Lettuce, tomato, or pickles (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the beef: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add the sauce: Stir in the Manwich sauce and simmer for 5–10 minutes until heated through.
- Prepare the bed: Toast the hamburger buns or slices of bread lightly.
- Assemble: Spoon the beef mixture onto each bun or bread slice to create the “hamburger bed.”
- Optional toppings: Add shredded cheese, lettuce, tomato, or pickles on top if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy warm, straight from the bed!
Tips:
- For a homemade twist, make your own sloppy joe sauce with ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and a touch of brown sugar.
- Double the recipe for a crowd; this retro meal is perfect for a nostalgic 70s-themed dinner.
- Serve with classic sides like potato chips, pickles, or a simple salad.