In a large skillet add the olive oil, garlic, beef and salt and pepper. Add in the bell pepper and onion. Cook over medium heat until brown.
Once the meat is brown add in the spices and brown sugar. Add in the Worcestershire sauce. Stir the meat to combine.
Add in the can of tomato sauce. Mix everything together well and let the flavors come together over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
Turn the heat up to high and add some butter to your griddle. Place the buns face down on the griddle and toast until brown.
Add a heaping of sloppy joe mixture to the buns. We served this with baked french fries and some fruit and a big glass of water.