Name: Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large loaf French bread (or 2 baguettes, halved lengthwise); 1 lb ground beef (85/15 recommended); 1 small onion (finely diced); 1 green bell pepper (finely diced); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 cup tomato sauce (or Sloppy Joe sauce); 2 tbsp ketchup; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional); Salt and black pepper (to taste); 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened); 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, divided); 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar); 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)

Description

Indulge in a warm, cheesy delight with this Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread, featuring crispy garlic bread topped with hearty Sloppy Joe filling.

Ingredients

Scale

1 large loaf French bread (or 2 baguettes, halved lengthwise)
1 lb ground beef (85/15 recommended)
1 small onion (finely diced)
1 green bell pepper (finely diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup tomato sauce (or Sloppy Joe sauce)
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
Salt and black pepper (to taste)
4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, divided)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar)
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the French bread lengthwise and place both halves on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Combine softened butter, minced garlic, and half of the chopped parsley in a mixing bowl.
Spread the garlic butter onto the bread halves.
Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned.
Add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic, and sauté for 3–4 minutes.
Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for about 5–6 minutes until thickened.
Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture evenly over the garlic buttered bread halves.
Top with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Bake for 12–15 minutes until the cheese melts. Broil for 2 minutes if desired.
Sprinkle remaining parsley, slice, and serve warm.

Notes

Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the Sloppy Joe filling in advance and store it in the refrigerator.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Sloppy Joe, Garlic Bread, Comfort Food, Game Day, Cheesy Dish