Description
A delicious and hearty Sloppy Joe bread bake featuring Italian bread topped with a savory ground beef mixture, melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and garnished with fresh parsley. Perfect as a comforting lunch or casual dinner dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 loaf Italian bread
- ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
Sloppy Joe Filling
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¼ cup yellow onion, chopped
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- ¾ cup (180 g) ketchup
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup water
Topping
- 1 cup (113 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (113 g) sharp cheddar, shredded
- parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easier clean-up.
- Prepare Bread: Slice the loaf of Italian bread lengthwise into two halves. Arrange both halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet. In a small bowl, mix softened butter with garlic salt, then evenly spread this mixture over the cut sides of the bread to add flavor and moisture.
- Cook the Sloppy Joe Filling: Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and chopped onions, cooking until the beef is fully browned and no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Drain off any excess grease. Stir in garlic powder, yellow mustard, ketchup, kosher salt, black pepper, and water. Mix well to combine all flavors into a thick sauce.
- Assemble the Sloppy Joe Bread: Evenly distribute the sloppy joe mixture over both halves of the bread. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheeses generously on top to create a cheesy crust once baked.
- Bake: Place the assembled sloppy joe bread in the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes or until the cheeses are melted and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from oven, cut into pieces, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm for a flavorful, comforting meal.
Notes
- Use day-old Italian bread for better texture and sturdiness.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes to the sloppy joe mixture.
- Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking; adjust baking time slightly if baking from cold.
- Drain excess grease thoroughly to avoid soggy bread.
- Serve with a side salad or crispy fries for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Sloppy Joe, Italian bread, cheesy sloppy joe bake, comfort food, ground beef recipe, baked sandwich
