Beef Burgers

(There is 1/2 a batch, or 5 lb, in this ice-cream bucket in the picture.)

These are called by many names around the country; Maid-Rites, Denvers, Sloppy Joes... No matter what they are called, they're good.

This recipe is sloppy without being too messy, provided the bun is properly sized for the amount of meat you put on it.

I needed to make these for a co-worker. His daughter's second birthday is this weekend and they are having a party for her. I hope I made enough for 28 people.

10 Pounds of high quality Ground Beef, 93% lean works best
24 ounce bottle of Ketchup
1 Family Size can of Condensed Tomato Soup, 26 ounces
2 Tablespoons Yellow Mustard
2 Tablespoons Sugar
1 Tablespoon Vinegar
1 Cup Onion, minced (or 1/4 cup dried chopped onion)
1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
1 Cup Quick Cooking Oats


Brown the hamburger with the onion, if using fresh onion. Drain off fat if there is any in the bottom of the pan.

Mix remaining ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Add to meat and combine.

Either heat through and serve or refrigerate to heat up later when the gang is all here.

This also freezes well. I would suggest freezing leftovers in single serve containers. Makes it easy to come home for lunch and have a quick sandwich.