Description
Texas Toast Sloppy Joe’s is a hearty and comforting sandwich made with seasoned ground beef simmered in a tangy, flavorful sauce. Served on thick, golden toasted Texas bread and melted American cheese, this recipe combines classic sloppy joe flavors with a satisfying cheesy twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb. Lean ground beef
- ½ cup Onion, chopped
- ¼ cup Green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup Ketchup
- ½ cup Water
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Yellow mustard
- ½ tsp Garlic powder
Assembly
- 6 slices Texas toast bread
- 12 slices White American cheese
Instructions
- Broil Preparation: Preheat your oven’s broiler on high to prepare for toasting the Texas toast and melting the cheese later.
- Cook Meat and Vegetables: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef, chopped onion, and green bell pepper. Sauté until the beef is fully browned and the vegetables are softened. Drain any excess fat to keep the dish leaner.
- Simmer the Sauce: Lower the heat to low on the skillet. Stir in ketchup, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, and garlic powder. Combine all ingredients well and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Toast the Texas Bread: Arrange the Texas toast slices on a baking sheet and place under the broiler. Toast until golden brown, being careful to watch closely to prevent burning.
- Add First Layer of Cheese: Place a slice of white American cheese on each piece of toasted bread. Return the baking sheet under the broiler for about 30 seconds or until cheese starts to melt.
- Build the Sloppy Joe: Spoon an equal amount of the meat mixture over each slice of cheesy toast, then top each with another slice of American cheese for a double cheesy finish.
- Melt the Final Cheese Layer: Place the baking sheet one last time under the broiler until the top layer of cheese is fully melted and bubbly. Serve immediately for the best taste.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content and make the dish healthier.
- Watch the broiler closely to avoid burning the bread or cheese.
- Feel free to add a dash of hot sauce to the meat mixture if you like a little heat.
- This recipe can be served with a side of pickles or coleslaw for extra crunch and flavor contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Texas Toast, Sloppy Joes, Ground Beef Sandwich, American Cheese, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food
