Beer Cheese Sloppy Joe Recipe
This Beer Cheese Sloppy Joe Recipe is a unique twist on a family favorite. A cross between a Sloppy Joe and a Loose Meat Sandwich, the meat is infused with Lager Beer then piled hight on a pretzel bun. The finishing touch is a generous topping of gooey Beer Cheese Sauce! Perfect for family dinner or game day grub.
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Beer Cheese Loose Meat Sandwiches
This is a super quick and easy dinner idea. Out with the boring sloppy joes that start with a can. These are savory, unique and flavorful! Seasoned ground beef and onions are cooked with a hint of beer. Slop it onto a soft pretzel bun with a drizzle of beer cheese sauce for The Ultimate Meal.
This recipe is great for Super Bowl or Game-Day parties because it can easily be increased to feed a crowd.
Why You’ll Love These Sloppy Joes
- Bold flavor – Beer enhances the savory beef and sharp cheddar.
- Ultra creamy texture – The cheese sauce makes every bite indulgent.
- Perfect for gatherings – A guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
- Ready in 30 minutes – Easy enough for weeknights.
Ingredients Needed For Beer Cheese Sloppy Joes
- Small Yellow Onion
- Oil
- Ground Beef
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Lager Beer
- Cornstarch
- Salt/Pepper
- Pretzel Buns
- Beer Cheese Sauce
How To Make Beer Cheese Sauce
Go check out the full recipe and instructions for this BEER CHEESE SAUCE. It takes a handful of simple ingredients and just 10 minutes to make.
How To Make The Beer Infused Ground Beef
- In cast iron or fry pan, sauté onion in oil over medium/high heat until light golden.
- Add beef. Brown and crumble. Drain oil if necessary then return to pan. Reduce heat to medium.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix beer and cornstarch. Pour mixture into meat. Stir.
- Cook 2-3 minutes or until sauce has thickened and is no longer liquid. Salt and pepper to taste.
What Are Good Side Dishes For Sloppy Joes
I think potato sides are the best with these Joes. Here are some side dish recipes to get you started:
Loaded Baked Potato Salad – Vinegar Based Coleslaw – Oven Roasted Potatoes – Green Beans with Bacon – Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes – Kale Slaw Salad – CHEESY MASHED CAULIFLOWER – Blue Cheese Wedge Salad
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BEER CHEESE SLOPPY JOE RECIPE
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Small Yellow Onion – chopped
- 2 Tablespoons Oil
- 1 Lb Ground Beef
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1/2 Cup Lager Beer
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
- Salt/Pepper – to taste
- 4 Pretzel Buns
- Beer Cheese Sauce*
Instructions
- In cast iron or fry pan, sauté onion in oil over medium/high heat until light golden.
- Add beef, brown and crumble. Drain oil if necessary then return to pan. Reduce heat to medium.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix beer and cornstarch. Pour mixture into meat. Stir.
- Cook 2-3 minutes or until sauce has thickened and is no longer liquid. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon beef onto pretzel buns. Top with beer cheese sauce. Serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Light lager (mild and balanced)
Pale ale (adds subtle hop bitterness)
Amber ale (adds malty richness)
Yes, prepare the beef and cheese mixture up to 2 days in advance. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk if needed.
You can freeze the meat mixture (without buns) for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat slowly to maintain the creamy texture.
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We had this for dinner tonight. It was really really good. I wish I had tried it at the beginning of football season. It’s the perfect football food. I will definitely be serving this for the next superbowl party I host.