Description
| A delicious and savory bake that combines crispy garlic bread, tangy sloppy joe mixture, and gooey melted cheese for a perfect comfort dish. |
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Ingredients
– 1 lb lean ground beef
– 1 onion, diced
– 1 green bell pepper, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup sloppy joe sauce
– 1 loaf French or Italian garlic bread
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
– 2 tbsp butter (for garlic bread)
– Optional: parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown ground beef in a skillet; add onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
3. Stir in sloppy joe sauce and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
4. Prepare garlic bread by spreading butter and garlic on a loaf. Lightly toast in the oven.
5. Spoon sloppy joe mixture over the garlic bread and top with cheese.
6. Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
7. Garnish with parsley, slice, and serve.
Notes
– Toast the garlic bread beforehand to avoid sogginess.
– Add extra vegetables like jalapeños or mushrooms for variety.
– You can use a mix of mozzarella and cheddar for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450-500
- Sugar: 5-7g
- Sodium: 800-1000mg
- Fat: 15-20g
- Carbohydrates: 35-40g
- Fiber: 2-3g
- Protein: 22-25g