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Bread Sloppy Joes with Garlic Butter and Melted Cheddar Recipe

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This Bread Sloppy Joes recipe transforms the classic sloppy joe sandwich by using a hearty Italian loaf topped with flavorful ground beef mixture and a blend of mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheeses, baked to golden perfection. With a buttery garlic spread and savory meat filling, it’s a satisfying and easy-to-make crowd-pleaser ideal for casual dinners or family gatherings.

  • Total Time: 29 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Bread and Butter

  • 1 loaf Italian bread
  • ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt

Sloppy Joe Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ¼ cup yellow onion, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • ¾ cup (180 g) ketchup
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup water

Toppings

  • 1 cup (113 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup (113 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for toasting the bread.
  2. Prepare Bread: Slice the Italian loaf lengthwise into two halves and place them cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Spread Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine softened butter with garlic salt. Spread this garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of both bread halves and set aside.
  4. Cook Sloppy Joe Mixture: Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and chopped onions and cook until the beef is no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  5. Season Meat: Stir in garlic powder, yellow mustard, ketchup, kosher salt, black pepper, and water into the cooked beef mixture. Mix thoroughly until well combined and heated through.
  6. Assemble Sandwich: Distribute the sloppy joe mixture evenly across the garlic buttered bread halves. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheese generously over the meat.
  7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes until the cheese melts and the bread edges turn golden and slightly crispy.
  8. Serve: Remove from oven, cut the bread into pieces, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm for a delicious, hearty meal.

Notes

  • Using parchment paper helps prevent the bread from sticking and makes cleanup easier.
  • Drain excess grease from the cooked beef to avoid soggy bread and an overly oily filling.
  • Feel free to add extra vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to the beef mixture for added flavor and nutrition.
  • You can substitute mozzarella or cheddar with other cheeses like provolone or Monterey Jack according to preference.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the sloppy joe mixture.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 19 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/bread-sloppy-joes-with-garlic-butter-and-melted-cheddar-recipe/