Description
Juicy Sloppy Joe Texas Toast blends hearty Midwestern comfort with bold Texan flavors, creating a mouthwatering sandwich that elevates classic diner fare. Crispy toast layered with savory beef and melted cheese promises a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) lean ground beef
Vegetables:
- 2.5 cups onion, chopped
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 2 teaspoons tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2.5 teaspoons brown sugar
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Bread and Cheese:
- 4 pieces Green Mill Texas Toast
- 1 ounce (1 oz) cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for toasting the bread.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with chopped onions over medium heat, ensuring the meat is thoroughly cooked and onions are translucent.
- Drain any excess grease from the skillet to prevent a greasy texture.
- Enhance the meat mixture with garlic powder, ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer the beef mixture on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and becomes rich and glossy, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Arrange Texas Toast slices on a baking sheet and slide into the preheated oven.
- Toast the bread for 5-6 minutes until edges turn golden and crisp.
- Remove the toasted bread from the oven and generously top each slice with the savory beef mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hot meat, allowing it to melt slightly.
- Serve immediately while the toast is crisp and the cheese is melted, creating a delectable fusion of textures and flavors.
Notes
- Toast selection matters hugely, ensuring crispy edges and soft center creates perfect base for Sloppy Joe mixture.
- Ground beef with higher fat content (80/20) delivers richer flavor and more succulent texture to the dish.
- Add diced bell peppers or jalapeños for extra crunch and subtle heat variation that complements meaty sauce.
- Reduce sugar content for health-conscious version by substituting brown sugar with sugar-free alternatives or using less sweetener.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-13 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 416 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 790 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg