Description
A delicious and hearty Texas Toast Sloppy Joes recipe featuring savory ground beef cooked with classic sloppy joe sauce, served on toasted buttery Texas toast and topped with melted mozzarella cheese for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Sloppy Joes:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can Manwich sloppy joe sauce (or homemade sauce: 3/4 cup ketchup, 3 tablespoons mustard, 2 tablespoons brown sugar)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
For the Toast:
- 1 box Texas toast (8 pieces)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: Add the ground beef to a skillet and heat it over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until the meat is fully browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease, then return the beef to the pan.
- Add the Sauce: Pour in the Manwich sloppy joe sauce (or the homemade sauce mixture if using). Reduce heat to medium-low and let the mixture heat through until hot. Turn off the heat and cover the skillet with a lid to keep warm while the toast is prepared.
- Toast the Bread: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Arrange the Texas toast slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake them for 6 minutes total, flipping the pieces after 4 minutes to ensure even toasting.
- Assemble and Melt Cheese: With the toast warm and crispy, spoon the sloppy joe mixture evenly over all eight pieces. If desired, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Return the baking sheet to the oven for 3-4 minutes or until the cheese has melted thoroughly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately while hot and gooey.
Notes
- You can substitute the Manwich sauce with a homemade version using ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar for a customizable flavor.
- For a lighter version, use lean ground beef or ground turkey.
- Adding cheese is optional but adds a delicious creamy texture.
- Serve with pickles or coleslaw for a traditional sloppy joe experience.
