1tablespooncornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon wateroptional, for thickening
4slicesprovolone cheese
4hoagie rollstoasted
Instructions
Cook the Beef:
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Add Vegetables:
To the skillet with the beef, add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine with Sauce:
Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, and ketchup. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. If you prefer a thicker sauce, stir in the cornstarch-water mixture and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the desired consistency is reached.
Melt Cheese:
Reduce the heat to low. Lay the slices of provolone cheese over the top of the meat mixture in the skillet. Cover and let sit for a couple of minutes until the cheese is melted. Alternatively, you can stir the cheese into the meat mixture until it's evenly incorporated and melted.
Assemble Sloppy Joes:
Spoon the beef and cheese mixture onto the toasted hoagie rolls. Serve immediately.