Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes
My husband couldn’t stop raving about these Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes at our family dinner last night. The combination of savory sloppy joe filling and crispy garlic bread was a hit with everyone at the table. It was the perfect dish to bring everyone together and create lasting memories.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 4 slices provolone cheese
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and green pepper over medium heat until the beef is browned and the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Preheat your oven broiler.
- Split the hoagie rolls lengthwise and place them on a baking sheet.
- Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto each roll, then top with a slice of provolone cheese.
- Place the baking sheet under the broiler and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Popular Questions:
- Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef?
- Can I use a different type of cheese?
- Can I make the sloppy joe mixture ahead of time?
- What can I serve as a side dish with these sloppy joes?
- Can I freeze leftover sloppy joe mixture?
Yes, you can easily substitute ground turkey for the ground beef in this recipe for a lighter option.
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese to suit your taste preferences.
Yes, you can prepare the sloppy joe filling in advance and simply reheat it when ready to assemble the garlic bread sloppy joes.
Try serving a simple side salad or some crispy sweet potato fries alongside the garlic bread sloppy joes for a complete meal.
Yes, you can freeze any leftover sloppy joe filling for future use. Just thaw and reheat before using.
Helpful Tips:
- Add a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese on top before broiling for an extra gooey and cheesy topping.
- Toast the hoagie rolls lightly before adding the sloppy joe mixture for a crunchy texture.
- For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the sloppy joe filling.
- Try adding sautéed mushrooms or jalapeños to the sloppy joe mixture for added flavor and texture.
Expert Secrets:
- Cook the ground beef with the onions and peppers until well browned to develop deep flavors in the sloppy joe filling.
- Simmer the sloppy joe mixture for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and intensify.
- Choose high-quality hoagie rolls for the garlic bread base to ensure a crispy and delicious texture.
- Opt for aged provolone cheese for a sharper and more pronounced cheesy flavor in the recipe.
