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A cheesy garlic bread sloppy joe bake made with seasoned ground beef and melted mozzarella. The ultimate easy weeknight dinner and family-friendly comfort food recipe.

Garlic Bread Sloppy Joe Melts

A cheesy garlic bread sloppy joe bake made with seasoned ground beef and melted mozzarella. The ultimate easy weeknight dinner and family-friendly comfort food recipe.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf Italian bread
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1½ cups mozzarella
  • ½ cup cheddar
  • Seasonings

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Knife & cutting board
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Toast garlic bread.
  2. Brown beef and onion.
  3. Stir in sauce ingredients.
  4. Spread filling on bread.
  5. Top with cheese.
  6. Bake 10–12 minutes.
  7. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

This easy ground beef dinner is perfect for busy weeknights, game day gatherings, and kid-approved comfort food meals. For best results, toast bread before adding filling to avoid soggy texture.