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Texas Toast Sloppy Joes Recipe

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These Texas Toast Sloppy Joes are a delicious and easy twist on the classic sloppy joe sandwich, featuring a savory ground beef mixture with rich seasonings served on thick, toasted garlic Texas bread and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

Sloppy Joe Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup yellow onion, diced
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Bread and Toppings

  • 8 slices frozen Texas Toast garlic bread
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the Texas Toast.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until no longer pink, about 4 to 5 minutes. Drain any excess grease to keep the mixture from being too oily.
  3. Sauté Onions: Add the butter, diced yellow onion, salt, and pepper to the skillet with the beef. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until the onions soften and become translucent, enhancing the flavor base.
  4. Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in brown sugar, yellow mustard, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Cook the mixture for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld.
  5. Toast the Texas Bread: While the sauce cooks, arrange the frozen Texas Toast slices on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 6 minutes to lightly toast the bread.
  6. Assemble Sloppy Joes: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and evenly spoon the sloppy joe meat mixture over each slice of toasted Texas Toast. Make sure each slice is well-covered for maximum flavor.
  7. Add Cheese and Finish Baking: Sprinkle about 1/8 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each assembled toast slice. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, garnish the sloppy joes with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or some crushed red pepper flakes to the sloppy joe mixture.
  • If you prefer a leaner option, use ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef.
  • Leftover sloppy joe mixture can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • The Texas Toast can be substituted with any thick-cut bread if frozen garlic bread is unavailable.

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