You don't need a can to make this delicious family favorite!! Just a few things in your pantry and some ground beef and buns. And there you have it!
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 Tablespoons worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1-1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 Tablespoons bourbon (optional)
- kosher salt and cracked pepper to taste
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup water
- 4 - 6 hamburger buns (or hot dog buns cut in half)
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Place all the ingredients into a bowl and stir well. Make sure to incorporate everything together.
Set aside.
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Add a pinch of salt to both sides of the beef before cooking.
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Heat a heavy skillet on medium-high. Add the ground beef and cook until it is almost browned.
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At this point, add the onion and gently cook until it becomes slightly translucent.
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Stir in the sauce and water. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low.
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Simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the liquid has evaporated and the sauce is thick.
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Heat the buns. We like smaller sandwiches, so I cut hot dog buns in half and warmed them on a hot griddle. You can also warm them in the oven, but I don't suggest the microwave. It tends to make bread tough.
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Serve these sandwiches with lots of meat over warm buns. And enjoy!
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