Last updated: July 23, 2019
New Jersey Style Sloppy Joes
Host a viewing party on your boat! Whether you watch football, basketball, hockey, or soccer, enjoy game day with these New Jersey Style Sloppy Joes. They’ll work great for a large crowd and are very customizable.
Serves 4 generously.
Coleslaw Ingredients:
¼ cup sour cream
¾ cup mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. vinegar
2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. celery salt
¼ tsp. pepper
14 oz. finely shredded coleslaw mix
Coleslaw DirectionsWhisk first six ingredients, add coleslaw mix and let stand for 30 minutes.
Russian Dressing Ingredients:
1 cup mayonnaise
1½ Tbsp. sweet relish
1 tsp. horseradish
3 Tbsp. ketchup
Dash each of Worcestershire and hot sauce
(optional)
½ tsp. each salt and pepper
Russian Dressing Directions:
Whisk all ingredients together.
New Jersey Style Sloppy Joes Ingredients:
12 slices thinly sliced rye bread
4 Tbsp. softened butter
2 lb. thinly sliced ham, turkey, corned beef, or roast beef
½ lb. Swiss cheese, thinly sliced
New Jersey Style Sloppy Joes Directions:
Butter one side of bread slices. Place four slices on cutting board, buttered side up. Place 1/4 pound of meat on each slice, top with 3-4 tablespoons of slaw mixture, a slice of cheese, and two tablespoons of Russian dressing.
Cover with a second slice of bread, buttered side down, and repeat the layers of meat, coleslaw, cheese, and dressing. Top with a third slice of bread, buttered side down, to complete the sandwich. Cut in half or thirds and place on a serving platter.
By Lori Ross, Southern Boating January 2019
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