Old School Sloppy Joes

Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
2. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
3. Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and black pepper.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Toast the hamburger buns lightly if desired.
6. Spoon the beef mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, cover with the top half, and serve.