1/4 cup dried onions
1/4 cup dried vegetable flakes
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons celery seed
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon black pepper
Whisk together all of the ingredients in a medium bowl. Pour into an airtight container and seal tightly. Write down the instructions below on a card and attach to the container.
To make Sloppy Joes: Brown 1 1/2 pounds ground beef over medium-high heat in a large heavy skillet. Drain the fat well and return to the heat. Add one 6-ounce can tomato paste, 1 cup water, and 1/4 cup Sloppy Joe Mix. Cook for 5-10 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened and is hot and bubbly.
Makes 1 container of mix that will make 4 batches of Sloppy Joes.