Sloppy Joes for a Crowd

This is a great recipe for a church supper or when you need to serve a lot of people.  I made a half recipe for 6 people and I didn’t have a lot left.  I think that tells you they were pretty good.

• 7 pounds lean ground beef
• 1 1/2 cups finely chopped onion
• 1 1/2 cups finely chopped celery
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
• 6 cups tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 2 to 3 teaspoons minced garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 1/2 cups (6-oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• Hamburger buns

In a large skillet, brown beef, onion and celery.  Cook in batches, if necessary.  Drain any fat.  Add all remaining ingredients except last two; cook 10 minutes.

Stir in cheese; cook until melted.  Serve on buns.

Yield:  50 sandwiches

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