Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread
A delightful twist on a classic comfort dish, combining savory Sloppy Joe filling with crunchy, buttery garlic bread, perfect for busy weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Sloppy Joe Filling
- 1 large loaf large loaf of Italian or French bread
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- to taste Salt and pepper
For the Garlic Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (for garlic butter)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- to taste Shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the loaf of bread in half lengthwise. Remove some of the bread insides to create a hollowed-out area for the Sloppy Joe filling.
Cooking
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables soften, about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, mustard, salt, and pepper to the meat mixture. Stir to combine and simmer for about 5-7 minutes until heated through and thickened.
- While the beef mixture simmers, prepare the garlic butter. In a small bowl, combine softened butter with minced garlic and a pinch of salt.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture generously over each half of the bread.
- Spoon the Sloppy Joe filling evenly onto the prepared bread halves. Optionally, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
- Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with chopped parsley before slicing into pieces.
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Notes
For the best results, use fresh bread and consider adding hot sauce or red pepper flakes for extra flavor in the filling. Serve immediately for the best taste.