Sloppy Joe Seasoning Mix
5 tbsp instant minced onion
5 tsp green pepper flakes
5 tsp salt
5 tsp cornstarch
2 ¾ tsp instant minced garlic
2 ¾ tsp dry mustard
2 ¾ tsp celery seed
2 ¾ tsp chili powder
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl until well blended. Place mixture in decorative jar for gifts.


Attach to Jar:
Sloppy Joes
1 lb lean ground beef
3 tbsp Sloppy Joes Seasoning Mix
½ cup water
1 8-oz can tomato sauce
Brown 1beef in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease. Add seasoning mix, water, and tomato sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve on hamburger buns. Makes 6 servings.