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Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes

Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes

Transform classic sloppy joes with buttery garlic toast and melted cheese. This quick dinner uses simple pantry staples and comes together in about 20 minutes for a family-friendly meal everyone will love.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 open-faced sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385

Ingredients
  

For the Sloppy Joe Filling
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed tomato soup do not dilute
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
For Assembly
  • 8 slices frozen garlic bread Texas Toast style preferred
  • 1 cup shredded colby jack cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven according to the garlic bread package directions, typically 400°F. Arrange frozen garlic bread slices on a baking sheet and set aside.
  2. In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Break it apart with a wooden spoon and cook until fully browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain excess fat and return beef to the skillet.
  3. Add condensed tomato soup, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, onion powder, salt, and garlic powder to the beef. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Let it cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavors meld together.
  5. While the filling simmers, place the baking sheet with garlic bread in the preheated oven. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes until golden and crispy on the edges.
  6. Remove garlic bread from the oven. Spoon approximately ⅓ cup of the beef mixture onto each slice of toasted garlic bread.
  7. Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of shredded colby jack cheese over each topped slice. Return the baking sheet to the oven for 1 to 2 minutes, just until cheese is melted and gooey.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for 1 minute before serving. Enjoy immediately while the toast is still crispy.

Notes

Storage: Store leftover beef filling separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat and assemble with fresh garlic bread for best results.
Freezing: The beef mixture can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the filling up to 2 days in advance. Store chilled, then reheat and assemble when ready to serve.