Description
Cheesy Sloppy Joes on garlic bread deliver messy comfort with irresistible flavor fusion. Hearty ground beef melts into gooey cheese, creating a satisfying meal that promises pure deliciousness you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Vegetables:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) diced onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (8 ounces/240 milliliters) tomato sauce
- ½ tablespoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- Optional: Dash of cinnamon
Bread and Cheese:
- 6 slices frozen garlic Texas toast
- ½ cup (60 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown of ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking the meat into small crumbles until no pink remains.
- Drain off excess fat from the skillet, leaving approximately of rendered beef drippings.
- Introduce finely chopped onions and minced garlic to the meat, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Pour in tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, and a subtle hint of ground cinnamon, stirring thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Reduce heat and allow the mixture to simmer for 6-8 minutes, letting the flavors meld and the sauce thicken slightly.
- Meanwhile, prepare frozen garlic Texas toast according to package directions, typically baking in a preheated oven at 425°F (218°C) for 5-6 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Generously spoon the seasoned beef mixture onto each toasted garlic bread slice, ensuring even distribution.
- Liberally sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hot meat mixture, allowing the residual heat to gently melt the cheese.
- Optional: For extra bubbling and browning, place the topped toast under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until cheese is completely melted and slightly golden.
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors of this elevated sloppy joe creation.
Notes
- Customize the spice level by adjusting chili powder and adding optional hot sauce for extra kick.
- Drain ground beef thoroughly to prevent soggy bread and ensure a crispy garlic toast base.
- Cinnamon adds a subtle, unexpected warmth that elevates the traditional sloppy joe flavor profile.
- Shredded cheddar creates a gooey, melty topping that perfectly complements the robust meat mixture.
- Frozen garlic Texas toast offers a convenient shortcut, delivering instant garlic-infused crunch.
- Fresh toppings like chopped green onions or parsley can brighten the dish and add a fresh contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg