Sloppy Dorothy Sandwich

A Sloppy Dorothy sandwich is a rich, savory twist on the classic comfort-food sloppy joe, typically made with seasoned ground meat simmered in a tangy, slightly sweet tomato-based sauce. What sets it apart is the addition of bold flavors like sautéed onions, garlic, and often melted cheese, all piled onto a toasted bun for extra texture. Juicy, messy, and deeply satisfying, it’s the kind of hearty sandwich that’s perfect for a quick family meal or casual gathering.

Yield: 4 sandwiches
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Ib ground beef (at least 80/20)

• ¼ cup white onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  Sauce

• ½ cup Dorothy Lynch salad dressing

• 6 ounces tomato paste

• 6 ounces water

• 2 tablespoons honey (optional: hot honey)

• 1½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

• ½ teaspoon ground mustard (dry)

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ¼ teaspoon onion powder

  For Serving

• 4 hamburger buns or 8 slices Texas toast

• American cheese slices

• Dill pickle slices

• Coleslaw

Directions

1. Brown the Meat

   In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Break into crumbles and cook until fully browned.

2. Build the Sauce

   Add Dorothy Lynch dressing, tomato paste, water, honey, Worcestershire sauce, ground mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until fully combined.

3. Simmer

   Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened and rich.

4. Serve

   Spoon onto hamburger buns or serve open-faced on Texas toast. Top with American cheese, dill pickle slices, and coleslaw.

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   Notes

   The Dorothy Lynch dressing brings a sweet, tangy, slightly smoky backbone-this is what makes it a true "Dorothy."

   Hot honey adds a subtle sweet heat that works really well with the richness of the beef.

   Texas toast gives it a more indulgent, knife-and-fork feel