Shake up your weeknight dinner with turkey instead of the typical beef. Don’t worry; these sloppy burgers still bring the comfort food factor with the addition of blue cheese ranch.

Get the recipe for Rachael Ray’s Buffalo Turkey Sloppy Joes

This recipe is the definition of comfort food; homemade sloppy Joes in a hollowed-out Kaiser bun are topped with creamy macaroni and cheese.

Get the recipe for Sloppy Joe & Mac'n Cheese Bread Bowl

This is no lunch lady sloppy joe! This savoury sammy is made with ground brisket (ground chuck can be substituted), bacon and a richly flavoured sauce. Serve on squishy hamburger buns to keep it retro for the adults.

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Biting into this messy sandwich is sure to take you back to your childhood days when you didn’t care if you had food on your face. This grown-up version from Rachael Ray is still fast, but is made with sirloin ground beef, red peppers and red wine vinegar.

Get the recipe for Rachael Ray’s Super Sloppy Joes

A healthier alternative to Sloppy Joe's but no less satisfying with their meaty filling, these paleo stuffed peppers are just the thing when you’re looking for a lightened-up, comforting meal in a flash.

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Mouthwatering, slow-cooked sloppy Joe meat is piled high on slider buns or mini potato rolls for a great addition to any potluck spread.

Get the recipe for Valerie Bertinelli's Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joe Sliders

Get all the yummy flavour of a sloppy Joe without the mess with these bite-sized snacks.

Get the recipe for Patricia Heaton's Sloppy Joe Pockets

For a quick-fix meal, whip up these tasty sloppy Joe sliders next time your kids (or you!) are craving something messy and satisfying.

Get the recipe for Damaris Phillips' Southern Sloppy Joe Sliders

Give your Sloppy Joes a Spanish twist by combining chorizo, pork and beef. Garnish with Manchego cheese just before serving.

Get the recipe for Rob Rossi's Chorizo Sloppy Joe with Manchego Cheese

This is a classic, simple Sloppy Joe from Ree Drummond made with ground beef and served on soft kaiser rolls. Serve with potato chips, like Ree, or a salad.

Get the recipe for The Pioneer Woman's Sloppy Joes

On your next Meatless Monday, try this vegetarian Sloppy Joe that replaces ground beef with green or brown lentils. Serve with coleslaw on the side, or even put a spoonful of the salad on your sandwich for some added crunch!

Get the recipe for Lovin' Lentil Sloppy Joes

Add some Italian flare to your Sloppy Joes by adding pancetta to your ground beef, and using San Marzano tomatoes.

Get the recipe for Nadia G's Sloppy Gino

Sloppy Joe Sliders

The ultimate combination of two classic comfort foods, this casserole has all the meaty goodness of a Sloppy Joe baked into a creamy mac and cheese casserole.

Get the recipe for Rachael Ray's Sloppy Joe and Macaroni Casserole

Before serving up these delicious sandwiches, add shredded mozzarella to those burger buns and pop them under the broiler. Spoon the meat over that melty cheese and enjoy.

Get the recipe for Sloppy Joes with Cheese

Ground turkey is cooked up Sloppy Joe-style and added to colourful halved peppers before baking. Top with shredded cheese and crumbled corn chips.

Get the recipe for Ayesha Curry's Sloppy Joe-Stuffed Peppers

Rachael Ray takes the Sloppy Joe to Louisiana by replacing ground beef with andouille sausage. Top with spicy pickled veggies and sweet pickles when serving.

Get the recipe for Rachael Ray's Sloppy Lous

Sloppy Joes get a Southwestern makeover with chorizo, Mexican beer, and jalapenos. Top with sour cream and fresh cilantro before serving.

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Spicy Vegan Sloppy Joes are a lighter take on the comfort classic without sacrificing any of the flavour. Cremini mushrooms absorb all of the kicked up seasonings, and finely chopped walnuts add meatiness.

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Lean ground beef is cooked with Italian seasonings like oregano, basil Parmesan and parsley, and then served on warm garlic toast.

Get the recipe for The Pioneer Woman's Italian Sloppy Joes

Ultimate Sloppy Joes

Turn Sloppy Joes into a tasty appetizer that your guests won't be able to get enough of. Serve with tortilla chips to scoop up all of the meaty, saucy goodness.

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If a simple, meaty Sloppy Joe just won't satisfy that hunger, try this version that adds chopped cremini mushrooms and black beans. Serve on large kaiser rolls and top with shredded Cheddar.

Get the recipe for Surprisingly Satisfying Sloppy Joes