Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes: Savory and Satisfying

Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes offers a delicious twist on your morning routine. If you’re fed up with having a regular bread or sandwich every day like me, this exciting dish is the perfect way to switch things up.

Garlic bread sloppy joes recipe

This tasty dish is a delicious twist on the classic sloppy joe sandwich, where the sloppy joe meat mixture is served on top of garlic bread instead of a hamburger bun.

I start by preparing the sloppy joe filling on the stovetop. You can also use the slow cooker for intensified flavors and tender texture. The original filling is often beef, but you can experiment with different proteins:

The garlic bread is split in half and spread with garlic butter. The meat mixture is spooned over the bread, topped with cheese, and baked until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted. Here’s how to make the garlic bread sloppy joes:

Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes Recipe

A delicious flavor twist to the classic sloppy joe, featuring a savory, tangy ground beef mixture served on toasted garlic bread slices instead of plain hamburger buns.

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Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Main Course, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1 small onion finely chopped
• 1 bell pepper finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 slices of thick garlic bread or 4 garlic bread rolls
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions

 

Prepare the Meat Filling

• In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
• Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
• Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
• Add the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Prepare the Garlic Bread

• While the meat filling is simmering, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Place the garlic bread slices or rolls on a baking sheet.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the bread is golden and crispy.

Assemble the Sloppy Joes

• Spoon the meat mixture generously onto each slice of garlic bread or roll.
• Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
• Place the assembled sloppy joes back in the oven for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately

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If you’re a spicy lover, adjust the spiciness to the level you want:

• Mild: Stick to paprika and a dash of black pepper
• Medium: Add a diced jalapeño and a pinch of cayenne
• Hot: Incorporate habanero peppers or ghost pepper sauce
• Flaming: Experiment with Carolina Reaper flakes with caution!

Serving suggestions and pairings

1. Side Dishes

To complete the experience with garlic bread sloppy joes, you can pair it with these side dishes:

• Crisp watermelon pickles for tangy contrast
• Creamy coleslaw to balance the rich flavors
• Baked sweet potato fries for a healthier twist on classic fries
• Roasted vegetables for added nutrition and color

2. Beverage Pairings

The right drink can enhance the overall dining experience:

Creative leftover ideas

Got leftover Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes? Don’t let these delicious morsels go to waste! You can turn it into a new exciting dish that will have your taste buds dancing.

1. Sloppy Joe Stuffed Peppers

To create sloppy joe stuffed peppers:

1. Halve bell peppers and remove seeds
2. Fill with reheated sloppy joe mixture
3. Top with shredded cheese
4. Bake at 375°F 190°C for 20-25 minutes until peppers are tender

2. Garlic Bread Sloppy Joe Casserole

This ingenious leftover solution layers familiar ingredients into a crowd-pleasing baked dish. It’s easy to make and perfect for family gatherings or potlucks:

1. Cube leftover garlic bread and spread it in a baking dish
2. Layer reheated sloppy joe mixture over bread cubes
3. Top with a mixture of beaten eggs and milk
4. Sprinkle with shredded cheese
5. Bake at 350°F 175°C for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly

3. Sloppy Joe Dip with Garlic Bread Chips

This creative appetizer idea turns a casual meal into a party-worthy snack. To create sloppy joe dip:

1. Mix leftover sloppy joe mixture with cream cheese for a dippable consistency
2. Heat in a slow cooker or on the stovetop until warm
3. Slice leftover garlic bread into thin strips
4. Toast bread strips until crispy to create “chips”

4. Sloppy Joe Stuffed Garlic Bread Rolls

Stuffed garlic bread rolls change the dish in a portable format. It’s perfect for on-the-go eating or casual gatherings. To create stuffed garlic bread rolls:

1. Slice a baguette into 4-inch sections and hollow out the centers
2. Brush the inside with garlic butter and toast lightly
3. Fill each section with warm sloppy joe mixture
4. Top with cheese and broil until melted
5. Wrap in foil for easy transport or serving

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