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Texas Toast Sloppy Joes

Texas Toast Sloppy Joes

Texas Toast Sloppy Joes: Crispy, Cheesy Comfort Food Upgrade
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Sloppy Joe Filling
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1 onion finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt & black pepper
Assembly
  • 8 slices Texas toast
  • 3 tbsp butter melted
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Parsley optional garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat broiler. Brush toast with garlic butter, toast until golden.
  2. Brown beef in skillet, drain excess fat.
  3. Add onion & pepper, cook 5–6 mins. Stir in garlic.
  4. Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, Worcestershire, mustard, broth, and chili powder. Simmer 10–15 mins.
  5. Place toast slices on baking sheet (toasted side down). Top with meat mixture and cheddar.
  6. Broil 1–2 mins until cheese is bubbly. Garnish & serve.

Notes

Toast it well: The crispier the bread, the better it holds the saucy filling.
Drain fat: Keeps the filling rich but not greasy.
Cheese variety: Try Monterey Jack, pepper Jack, or provolone for a twist.
Spicy kick: Add jalapeños, cayenne, or hot sauce to the meat mixture.