sloppy joe garlic bread

Absolutely! Here’s the full cheesy sloppy joe garlic bread recipe:

Ingredients:

• For the Sloppy Joes:
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• For the Garlic Bread:
  • 1 loaf French bread, cut into halves lengthwise
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
• For the Topping:
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
2. Prepare the Sloppy Joe filling:
   • In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add ground beef, onion, and green pepper (if using). Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess grease.
   • Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until thickened.
3. Make the garlic bread:
   • While the sloppy joe mixture simmers, brush the cut sides of the French bread halves with softened butter.
   • Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
4. Assemble and bake:
   • Spoon the sloppy joe mixture over the toasted bread halves. Top generously with shredded cheddar cheese.
   • Bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Garnish and serve: (Optional) Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Tips:

• For a richer garlic flavor, toast the bread halves with garlic butter instead of plain butter.
• You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the ground beef.
• If you don’t have Dijon mustard, you can use regular yellow mustard instead.
• Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your taste preference. For a sweeter sloppy joe, add more brown sugar.
• Serve with your favorite sides like potato chips, pickles, or coleslaw.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.