Make-Ahead Sloppy Joes

A time-honored favorite for now or later.
Delicious sloppy joes that can be ready to eat in under an hour, or saved for as
long as 3 months in your freezer!
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 35 minutes
You Will Need
1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
14 to 16 sandwich buns, split
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
What to Do
1. In a skillet, brown sausage, beef and onion. Remove from the heat; drain. Remove the centers
from the tops and bottoms of each bun. Tear removed bread into small pieces; add to skillet. Set
buns aside.
2. Stir remaining ingredients into sausage mixture. Spoon about 1/3 cupful onto the bottom of each
bun; replace tops. Wrap individually in heavy-duty foil. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until heated
through or freeze for up to 3 months.
To use frozen sandwiches: Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes or until heated through.
Serves 14-16