Description
These Cheesy Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes combine the classic hearty flavor of sloppy joe filling with a deliciously cheesy garlic bread base. Ground beef is cooked with aromatic vegetables and a tangy, savory tomato sauce, then piled onto warm, buttery garlic bread topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for an easy, satisfying meal that brings comfort food to a new level.
Ingredients
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Sloppy Joe Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Cheesy Garlic Bread
- 1 loaf French bread or sub rolls, halved lengthwise
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Sloppy Joe Filling: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat to keep the filling from being greasy.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the finely diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika if using. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, mixing well to combine all flavors.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens and the flavors meld together nicely.
- Prepare the Cheesy Garlic Bread: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with minced garlic and parsley until evenly combined.
- Butter the Bread: Spread the garlic butter mixture generously over the cut sides of the French bread or sub rolls.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the buttered bread halves.
- Bake: Place the bread halves on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
- Assemble the Sloppy Joes: Spoon the warm sloppy joe filling onto the bottom halves of the cheesy garlic bread.
- Finish and Serve: Place the top halves of the cheesy garlic bread over the filling, pressing down gently to form sandwiches. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes to the sloppy joe filling.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
- Use fresh herbs if available for a more vibrant garlic butter spread.
- Make sure to drain excess fat from the cooked beef to avoid soggy bread.
- These sloppy joes are best served immediately to keep the bread crispy.
