Description
These Cheesy Garlic Bread Sloppy Joe Melts combine the classic sloppy joe flavors with a crispy, buttery garlic bread base topped with melty mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal that blends comfort food with bold, savory taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread & Butter
- 1 loaf Italian bread
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp garlic salt
Sloppy Joe Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- ¼ cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- ¾ cup ketchup
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup water
Cheese & Garnish
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, mix the softened unsalted butter with garlic salt until well combined. This garlic butter will later be spread on the Italian bread to create a flavorful base.
- Sauté Onions and Brown Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped yellow onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Season the Meat: Sprinkle the garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper over the beef mixture. Stir well to incorporate the spices throughout the meat.
- Add the Sauce Components: Stir in the yellow mustard, ketchup, and water to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef well, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Bread: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the Italian bread into 8 equal pieces. Spread the garlic butter generously on each slice.
- Assemble the Melts: Place the slices of garlic buttered bread on a baking sheet. Spoon a generous amount of the sloppy joe beef mixture onto each piece, then evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake the Melts: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the cheese melts and begins to bubble and the bread edges turn golden and crisp.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top for a pop of color and flavor. Serve warm and enjoy your cheesy garlic bread sloppy joe melts.
Notes
- Use Italian bread for the best crusty texture, but a baguette or French bread can be a good substitute.
- Adjust the garlic salt in the butter to taste if you prefer less sodium.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- For extra cheesiness, feel free to add more or use your favorite cheese blend.
- Leftover sloppy joe filling can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
