Hearty Sloppy Joe Melts on Toasted Garlic Bread
A delicious combination of sloppy joes and garlic bread, featuring seasoned ground beef, vibrant veggies, and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Garlic Bread
- 1 loaf French bread Cut in half lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For brushing the bread
- 3 cloves garlic Minced
For the Sloppy Joe Filling
- 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based alternatives
- 1 medium onion Finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper Finely chopped
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese Shredded
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the French bread in half lengthwise and brush each cut side generously with olive oil.
- Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the surface of the bread.
Baking
- Bake the garlic bread in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until crispy and golden.
Cooking the Filling
- While the bread is baking, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, onion, and green bell pepper to the pan.
- Cook until the meat is browned and the vegetables are tender.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes.
Assembly
- Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture over the toasted garlic bread, covering every inch generously.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Final Baking
- Return the loaded garlic bread to the oven for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, cut into slices, and serve warm.
Notes
For a kick of heat, add chili powder or crushed red pepper. For a lighter option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based alternatives.