Description
A comforting and flavorful Garlic Bread Cheesy Sloppy Joe Bake that combines savory ground beef sloppy joe mixture with cheesy, buttery garlic bread or Texas toast. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner or game day meal, this casserole offers a delicious twist on classic sloppy joes baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Sloppy Joe Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Base and Topping
- 1 can (8-count) refrigerated biscuit dough or 8 slices thick Texas toast
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Optional extra shredded cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to prepare for baking your casserole.
- Cook Beef Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and finely chopped onion until the beef is browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease to keep it from being too oily.
- Add Garlic and Sauce: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Then add ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly while flavors meld together. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and incorporated.
- Prepare Base: If using refrigerated biscuit dough, flatten each biscuit slightly and press them evenly into the greased 9×13-inch baking dish. If using Texas toast, layer the slices evenly in the bottom of the dish to form the base.
- Assemble: Spread the cheesy sloppy joe mixture evenly over the biscuit dough or Texas toast base in the baking dish.
- Butter Garlic Topping: In a small bowl, combine melted butter and garlic powder. Brush this mixture generously over the biscuit tops or the toast to add rich garlic flavor and help create a golden crust. Sprinkle extra shredded cheese on top if desired.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly browned.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for a fresh finishing touch, and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious Garlic Bread Cheesy Sloppy Joe Bake!
Notes
- For a lighter protein option, substitute ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
- Add diced bell peppers or jalapeños to the meat mixture if you want extra flavor and a bit of heat.
- This dish is great for easy weeknight dinners or casual game day meals.
- If you prefer a crunchier texture, opt for Texas toast over biscuit dough.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
