Looking for a twist on your classic sloppy joes? Look no further than these Open Faced Italian Sloppy Joes! This recipe features a hearty meat sauce made with lean ground beef and spaghetti sauce, served on top of crispy garlic toast and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. With its savory flavors and easy-to-make preparation, this dish is sure to become a new family favorite.
Whenever my husband and I are in the mood for a hearty and satisfying meal, we turn to our beloved Open Faced Italian Sloppy Joes recipe. We first discovered this recipe at a local Italian restaurant and were immediately hooked by its unique flavors and textures. After experimenting with different ingredients and cooking techniques, we finally perfected our own version of this delicious dish. Now, it’s a staple in our household and our go-to recipe whenever we’re entertaining guests or simply craving a comforting meal.
Why This Open Faced Italian Sloppy Joes Recipe Stands Out
- This recipe puts a unique twist on a classic sandwich, incorporating Italian flavors for a delicious and satisfying meal.
- The combination of meat sauce and melted mozzarella cheese on top of crispy garlic toast creates a perfect balance of textures and flavors.
- Made with lean ground beef and spaghetti sauce, this recipe is a healthier alternative to traditional sloppy joes.
- With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fun weekend meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground beef (454g)
- 2 cups spaghetti sauce (480mL), more or less depending on your preference
- 8 slices of frozen garlic toast
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (113g)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to the cooking temperature instructed on the box of garlic toast.
- Crumble the ground beef into a skillet and cook over medium-high heat until fully browned. Drain off the excess fat, then stir in the spaghetti sauce. Simmer the meat sauce for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- While the meat sauce is simmering, bake the garlic toast according to package directions until golden brown on both sides.
- Spoon the meat sauce on top of the garlic toast, then top with mozzarella cheese.
- Return the garlic toast to the oven and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes:
- Feel free to experiment with different types of spaghetti sauce to find your favorite flavor.
- For a healthier option, use whole wheat garlic toast and reduced-fat mozzarella cheese.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger group of people.
Open Faced Italian Sloppy Joes: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef 454g
- 2 cups spaghetti sauce 480mL, more or less depending on your preference
- 8 slices of frozen garlic toast
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 113g
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to the cooking temperature instructed on the box of garlic toast.
- Crumble the ground beef into a skillet and cook over medium-high heat until fully browned. Drain off the excess fat, then stir in the spaghetti sauce. Simmer the meat sauce for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- While the meat sauce is simmering, bake the garlic toast according to package directions until golden brown on both sides.
- Spoon the meat sauce on top of the garlic toast, then top with mozzarella cheese.
- Return the garlic toast to the oven and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a healthier option, use whole wheat garlic toast and reduced-fat mozzarella cheese.
This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger group of people.