Description
Texas Toast Sloppy Joes combine a classic sloppy joe beef mixture with thick, crispy Texas toast, topped with melted shredded cheese for a deliciously hearty and satisfying sandwich that’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Sloppy Joe Mixture
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 1 green Bell Pepper, finely chopped
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1 cup Tomato Sauce
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
Assembly
- 8 slices Texas Toast
- Shredded Cheese (for topping), about 1 cup
Instructions
- Prep the Sloppy Joe Mixture: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and green bell pepper and sauté until they soften, about 3-5 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and crumbly, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Prepare the Texas Toast: While the sloppy joe mixture simmers, bake the Texas toast according to the package instructions until golden and crispy.
- Assemble the Sloppy Joes: Use a spoon to press a well into each slice of Texas toast. Spoon a generous amount of the sloppy joe mixture into each well. Top with shredded cheese and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a dash of smoked paprika or chili powder to the beef mixture.
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Feel free to use your favorite cheese such as cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack.
- Serve with pickles or coleslaw for added texture and flavor contrast.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
