Manwich (Copycat)

Redneck Epicurean's Note:

I really dig Manwich, but the canned stuff gives me the tummy ache sometimes. When I found this clone recipe, I decided to try it to see if it gave me the tummy ache too. NOPE!! I was pleased! It may take a little more effort than opening a can, but for me, it's worth it. Also, you know this stuff is fresh and you never know how long that other stuff has been in a can.

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
• 1 tablespoon green pepper, chopped fine
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon mustard
• 1 lb ground beef

Directions:

1. Fry the beef and drain the fat.
2. Add remaining ingredients to the skillet and bring to a boil.
3. Lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Serve on toasted buns with your favorite condiments.
5. Mine are cheese and mustard with pickles and chips on the side.

Reviews

[Chef #558774]

My boys who ONLY like Manwich loved this. It really does taste exactly like it - minus that funky metallic taste that Manwich has. I used 1 teaspoon of onion powder instead of the flakes because I had it in the pantry. I also added 1/3 cup chopped onion the last minute or so browning the beef. I added the green peppers at that point too. This is a keeper!

[Arntzie]

Excellent recipe! I may cut back on the ketchup as it was a little heavy on the 'tangy' side for our taste next time.... But that is the only things I'd change. Thanks for sharing.

[suzytx]

This cannot possibly be a clone of Manwich since the second ingredient on the can is corn syrup and this recipe does not have a lick of sugar in it.

It may be a tasty sloppy joe mix (and certainly healthier) but it is definitely not a copycat.