Description
Sloppy joe garlic melts bring comfort and zest to classic sandwich lovers, merging hearty ground beef with rich garlic-infused cheese. Melted provolone and herbs crown this irresistible sandwich, inviting you to savor each messy, flavor-packed bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef (or turkey)
Main Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Bread and Cheese Components:
- 1 French bread loaf, halved lengthwise
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a large skillet, thoroughly brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, carefully draining excess fat.
- Add diced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until vegetables become tender and fragrant, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Pour tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, salt, and pepper into the meat mixture, stirring to combine thoroughly.
- Reduce heat and let the sloppy joe filling simmer, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to thicken for 5-10 minutes.
- Create garlic butter by blending melted butter with finely chopped garlic and fresh parsley.
- Generously brush the cut sides of the bread with the aromatic garlic butter mixture.
- Spread the simmered meat filling evenly across the prepared bread surface.
- Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheese over the meat mixture.
- Transfer the prepared garlic bread to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until cheese becomes completely melted and edges turn golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes to allow filling to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Drain beef thoroughly to prevent soggy bread and ensure crispy texture.
- Try different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or pepper jack for unique flavor profiles.
- Use gluten-free bread for a celiac-friendly version, maintaining all original recipe’s delicious characteristics.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting chili powder or adding red pepper flakes for spice lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 590 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg