Description
Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes are a delicious twist on the classic sloppy joe, featuring garlic buttered Italian bread topped with a savory sloppy joe mixture and melted cheese. Quick to prepare, customizable, and perfect for dinner, this recipe can even be made in the air fryer for a crispy finish.
Ingredients
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For the Garlic Bread:
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1 loaf Italian bread
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1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
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1 teaspoon garlic salt
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For the Sloppy Joe Mixture:
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1 pound ground beef
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1/4 cup yellow onion (chopped)
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon yellow mustard
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3/4 cup ketchup
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 cup water
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For the Topping:
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1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
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- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. -
Prepare the Garlic Bread:
Slice the loaf of Italian bread lengthwise and place both halves on the baking sheet, cut side up. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter and garlic salt. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread. -
Make the Sloppy Joe Mixture:
In a skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onions over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes, until the beef is browned. Drain excess grease. Stir in the garlic powder, mustard, ketchup, salt, pepper, and water. Simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens. -
Assemble and Bake:
Divide the sloppy joe mixture evenly between the bread halves. Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Bake for 12-14 minutes until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted. -
Serve:
Cut into pieces and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot!
Notes
Air Fryer Option: Instead of baking, you can cook the garlic bread in an air fryer at 400°F for about 5 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.Ground Turkey: Substitute ground beef with ground turkey for a leaner option.Cheese Variations: Experiment with different cheeses like provolone or pepper jack for a new flavor.Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of chili flakes or hot sauce to the sloppy joe mixture for some heat.
