Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes
Ingredients
Garlic Bread Base
1 loaf French bread or thick Texas toast
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a cheese blend)
Sloppy Joe Mixture
1 lb ground beef
1/2 onion, finely diced
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup beef broth
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions 👩🍳
Prepare the Garlic Bread: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Spread evenly on each bread slice. Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
Cook the Sloppy Joe Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess fat. Add ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth. Season with salt and pepper, then let simmer for 5-10 minutes until the mixture is thickened.
Assemble the Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes: Spoon the sloppy joe mixture generously over each garlic bread slice. Top with shredded cheese.
Bake: Return to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Garnish with extra parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the delicious fusion of flavors!
Details
Prep Time 🕒: 10 minutes
Cook Time 🕒: 20 minutes
Total Time 🕒: 30 minutes
Servings 🍽️: 4-6
Calories 🔥: ~450 kcal per serving #Recipe #Lemon8 #lemon8creator
Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes are a unique twist on the traditional sloppy joe, perfect for satisfying your cravings. The combination of savory ground beef, zesty tomato flavors, and a crispy garlic bread base creates an irresistible dish that everyone will love. Start with a loaf of French bread or thick Texas toast as your base. You will enhance flavors by mixing softened butter with minced garlic and fresh parsley, then spreading it over the bread before toasting it to perfection. The sloppy joe filling combines ground beef, onion, ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth, simmered until thickened. Top the garlic bread with the hearty mixture and a generous layer of cheese, and bake until bubbly. This recipe is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it with a side salad or crispy fries to complete your meal and enjoy the fusion of flavors in this delectable, cheesy dish!
I always loved making this when my kids was little