For the Sloppy Joes

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the peppers and onions, and cook for 5 minutes or until they are softened.
2. Add the beef and Italian sausage and cook thoroughly. Break up the meat while cooking. One the meat is complete, add the garlic and stir. I did not drain the grease but if there is a lot of grease, go ahead and drain some of that excess grease out.
3. Stir in the wine and the remaining ingredients (except the rolls). Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20-30 minutes, until the mixture has thickened. I would allow it to simmer as long as possible. The longer the better.
4. Serve on rolls with onion rings/straws.

For the onion rings/straws

1. In a medium heavy-bottomed pot, heat the oil to 350ºF.
2. Whisk together the eggs and milk in a medium bowl. Mix the flour, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, and salt in another.
3. I cut the onions as rings but you can cut them as half-moons. Soak the onions slices in the egg-milk mixture for 10 minutes. Shake off the excess liquid and dredge them in the flour. Add them to the oil and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Remove and turn to paper towels. Repeat with the remaining onion slices.