Description
Hearty Sloppy Joe Casserole brings classic American comfort to dinner tables with its irresistible layers of ground beef, tangy sauce, and cheesy goodness. Families will savor each comforting bite of this simple, satisfying meal that promises to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) Manwich Sloppy Joe Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese and Dough:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (8 ounces / 226 grams) refrigerated crescent roll dough
Optional:
- 1 cup cooked pasta
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray for easy release.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, ensuring no pink remains. Drain any excess fat to reduce greasiness.
- Incorporate chopped onions and bell peppers into the beef, sautéing until vegetables become tender and slightly translucent.
- Pour Manwich Sloppy Joe Sauce and frozen corn into the skillet, mixing thoroughly with the meat mixture. Enhance flavors with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing ingredients to meld and develop a rich, cohesive taste.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom to create a uniform base.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the meat layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Carefully unroll crescent roll dough, stretching it to cover the entire casserole. Pinch seams together to create a seamless top layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the crescent dough turns golden brown and cheese becomes bubbly and slightly crisp.
- Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes to set. Slice into squares and serve warm for maximum flavor and enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by choosing mild or spicy Manwich sauce to suit different taste preferences.
- Skip the crescent rolls for a lower-carb option and top with melted cheese or cauliflower crust instead.
- Mix in diced jalapeños or green chiles to add extra kick and depth of flavor for spice lovers.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for healthier protein alternatives that maintain the classic Sloppy Joe taste profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg