Description
Mouthwatering Italian Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes merge classic comfort with zesty Italian flair, creating a hearty meal that satisfies deep cravings. Packed with robust flavors and easy to prepare, you’ll savor each messy, delicious bite of this irresistible dinner favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 4 slices garlic bread
Cheese:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) Parmesan cheese
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Sizzle ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, crumbling the meat while cooking until it reaches a rich, golden-brown color.
- Eliminate any accumulated grease, then infuse the meat with marinara sauce and Italian seasoning, simmering for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Transform garlic bread slices to a crispy, golden state under the broiler or in a toaster oven, then dust with a sprinkle of aged Parmesan cheese.
- Lavishly layer the robust meat mixture across each toasted garlic bread slice, creating a generous foundation.
- Crown each slice with a cascading blanket of melty mozzarella cheese, ensuring complete coverage.
- Transfer to a preheated oven at 375°F for 3-4 minutes, allowing the cheese to become gloriously molten and slightly bubbling.
- Plate immediately while piping hot, accompanying the open-faced sandwich with a ramekin of additional marinara sauce for enthusiastic dipping.
Notes
- Elevate this dish by using lean ground beef to reduce fat content and create a healthier version of the classic sloppy joe.
- For a vegetarian twist, swap ground beef with plant-based crumbles or lentils to maintain the hearty texture and flavor profile.
- Consider using gluten-free garlic bread or making your own to accommodate dietary restrictions while keeping the delicious essence of the recipe.
- Prep ingredients in advance and store separately to quickly assemble this crowd-pleasing meal during busy weeknights, ensuring maximum flavor and minimal stress.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 523 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg