Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes

August 19, 2025 by admin

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**For the Garlic Bread:**

* 1 loaf of French bread or Italian bread, halved lengthwise
* 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
* 2–3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
* 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
* 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

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### 👩‍🍳 How to Make Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes

**Step 1: Make the Filling**
In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft.

Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 5–7 minutes until thick and saucy. Set aside.

**Step 2: Prep the Garlic Bread**
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix softened butter, minced garlic, and parsley in a bowl. Spread generously over both halves of the bread.

**Step 3: Assemble**
Place the buttered bread halves on a baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes, just to begin toasting. Remove from oven.

Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture evenly over both bread halves. Top with shredded cheese.

**Step 4: Bake and Broil**
Return to oven and bake for 7–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. For an extra golden top, broil for 1–2 minutes (watch closely!).

**Step 5: Slice and Serve**
Let cool slightly, then slice into thick portions. Serve with a side salad or fries for a full meal!

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### 🍽️ Variations and Tips

* **Add spice** with a dash of hot sauce or chili flakes
* **Swap the cheese** – provolone, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack work great
* **Make it vegetarian** by using lentils or plant-based ground crumbles
* **Mini version:** Use garlic toast or sub rolls for individual servings

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### 🧡 Final Thoughts

**Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes** are everything you want in a comfort food: crunchy, melty, saucy, and satisfying. It’s a creative twist that will instantly become a favorite for weeknight meals, game days, or anytime you need something hearty and delicious without much fuss.

Once you try this combo, you’ll never look at Sloppy Joes the same way again.

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Want to turn this into a freezer-friendly or make-ahead meal? Just ask — I’ve got tips for that too!