Inspired by the famous Maid-Rite sandwiches, this copycat old-fashioned Loose Meat Sandwich recipe brings the flavors of Iowa right to your kitchen. With just 5 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of hands-off simmering on the stove, it’s an easy, flavorful dinner the whole family will love.
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Loose Meat Sandwich (Maid-Rite)
Description
In Iowa, they call this a Maid-Rite sandwich! Flavorful ground beef, cooked loose instead of packed like a hamburger. Our recipe has a couple of secret ingredients that make it sweet and tangy!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Break up the ground beef into small pieces in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion tandcook until most of the meat is browned, but there is still some pink.
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Add all of the ingredients except for the buns and butter to the pan. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is gone.
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When the meat is almost ready, butter your hamburger buns and place them onto a baking sheet, cut side up. Put the baking sheet on the middle rack of your oven, and broil on high for 1 minute, or until the buns are lightly toasted. Watch the buns closely so they don't burn.
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Scoop meat onto the buns and add desired toppings. Serve immediately.
Note
You can sweeten the meat with 2 tablespoons of brown sugar if you do not have root beer.
