Classic Sloppy Joes for Two

Name: Classic Sloppy Joes for Two
Yield: Serves 2
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon, water, divided; 1/4 teaspoon plus ⅛ teaspoon, baking soda, divided; 8 ounces, 85 percent lean ground beef; 1/4 teaspoon plus ⅛ teaspoon, table salt, divided; 1 teaspoon, vegetable oil; 1/4 cup, finely chopped onion; 1 , garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon, packed brown sugar, plus extra for seasoning; 1 teaspoon, paprika; 1/8 teaspoon, red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons, tomato paste; 3 tablespoons, ketchup; 1 1/2 teaspoons, red wine vinegar, plus extra for seasoning; 1 1/2 teaspoons, Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 teaspoon, cornstarch; 2 , hamburger buns

Main Courses
Sandwiches

By Steve Dunn ･ Appears in Cook's Illustrated May/June 2019

We examined every aspect of this family favorite to produce sandwiches with tender, moist meat in a tangy, not-too-sweet sauce. (We even made them a little less sloppy.)

SERVES 2

TIME 45 minutes

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