Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for Texas Toast Sloppy Joes—a hearty, cheesy twist on the classic sloppy joe served over buttery Texas toast. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings!
Texas Toast Sloppy Joes Recipe
Ingredients
For the Sloppy Joe Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped (optional)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for a sweeter taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Texas Toast:
- 8 slices Texas toast (thick-sliced bread)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp dried parsley (or fresh, finely chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
Instructions
1. Make the Sloppy Joe Filling:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks, until browned. Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, smoked paprika, and brown sugar. Simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Prepare the Texas Toast:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with garlic powder and parsley. Spread this mixture evenly over one side of each slice of Texas toast.
- Place the buttered toast slices on the prepared baking sheet, buttered side up. Bake for 5–7 minutes, until lightly golden.
3. Assemble the Sloppy Joes:
- Remove the toast from the oven and top each slice with a generous scoop of the sloppy joe mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of each slice. Return to the oven and bake for 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Serve:
- Garnish with chopped parsley (optional) and serve warm. Pair with a crisp green salad or a side of fries for a complete meal!
Let me know how it turns out or if you’d like variations of this recipe! 😊