Texas Toast Sloppy Joes

Get ready for a cozy and quick weeknight dinner in just 30 minutes with these Texas Toast Sloppy Joes, featuring gooey cheese and savory ground beef in a homemade sloppy joe sauce nestled on garlic Texas Toast. It’s a family favorite, providing a fun twist on a classic and baked to easy, quick perfection, making it the perfect upgrade for your weeknight meals.

The best part of this recipe is that it is super easy to make. It uses simple ingredients that are easy to find in grocery stores. These Texas Toast Sloppy Joes are a fun take on the classic sandwich without too much work. If you are looking for a delicious meal done in no time that will satisfy your comfort food cravings, this is just the ticket. 

Why You’ll Love Texas Toast Sloppy Joes

• Easy to Make: This easy recipe is simple to throw together and doesn’t require much time or effort. You won’t cook all night, but it will sure taste like you have. 
• Crowd Pleaser: Your family will love the simplicity of this easy weeknight dinner. These sandwiches are delicious and sure to impress everyone who tries them. Double the recipe and serve them at your next gathering. 
• Versatile: These easy Texas toast sloppy joes are highly versatile and customizable. You can adjust the spice level, add some extra vegetables, or change the type of cheese you use. No matter what you choose, they are sure to be delicious. 
• Balanced Flavors: The sweet from the ketchup and brown sugar and savory from the beef and Worcestershire sauce balance each other out. Add the chili powder, and you have a sweet, savory, spicy flavor profile that creates a fantastic flavor experience.

Ingredients 

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• Lean ground beef
• Onion
• Green bell pepper
• Red bell pepper
• Garlic
• Ketchup
• Chili powder
• Tomato paste
• Worcestershire sauce
• Brown sugar
• Water
• Frozen garlic Texas toast
• Colby Jack cheese slices

How to Make Texas Toast Sloppy Joes

• Step One: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• Step Two: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef, onion, and bell peppers.
• Step Three: Cook until the beef is browned and crumbled.
• Step Four: Drain the grease.
• Step Five: To the beef in the pan, add the garlic, ketchup, chili powder, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and water.
• Step Six: Stir to combine and cook over medium to medium-high heat until the sloppy joe mix thickens.

• Step Seven: On a sheet pan, place your Texas toast in a single layer.
• Step Eight: Bake for 3-4 minutes until the bread thaws and is soft.
• Step Nine: Remove the bread from the oven.
• Step Ten: Make a large indent in each piece of bread using a spoon.
• Step Eleven: Spoon the sloppy joe mix into the indent on each slice of Texas toast.
• Step Twelve: Slice the Colby Jack cheese in half diagonally.
• Step Thirteen: Place one slice of cheese on top of each sloppy joe.
• Step Fourteen: Bake for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted.

Equipment Needed

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• Spoon 
• Baking sheet
• Large skillet

What to Serve with Texas Toast Sloppy Joes

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Create a delicious dinner by serving your Texas Toast Sloppy Joes with some of your favorite sides. 

• Simple Side Salad
• Cucumber Salad
• French Fries 
• Air Fryer Potato Chips
• Sweet Potato Fries

Variations and Substitutions

• Meat Options: If you prefer to use something other than a ground beef mixture, you can opt for different meats or meat substitutes. Ground chicken, ground turkey, ground pork, or crumbled tofu will all work well to create this delicious recipe. 
• Cheese Options: Experiment with different cheese varieties to top your sloppy joes. Cheddar, pepper jack, or mozzarella will all add a yummy twist to this recipe.
• Bread Alternatives: Change the bread you use to create these yummy sloppy joes. You can use burger buns, garlic bread, and ciabatta buns, or even serve the sloppy joe meat on one slice of bread to create open-faced sandwiches.
• Spice Level: Adjust the chili powder quantity based on your spice preference. Add hot sauce or red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
• Garlic Flavor: Add minced fresh garlic to the sloppy joe mix if you love garlic. This will create an extra burst of garlic flavor.

Storage Instructions

If you have leftovers, they can easily be stored. Store the sloppy joe mixture separately from the Texas toast. Otherwise, it will get soggy. Place your sloppy joe filling into an airtight container. It will keep for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. 

Can I Freeze?

Yes. Simply place your leftover sloppy joe mixture into a freezer-safe, airtight container. It will keep well in the freezer for 3-4 months. 

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Toast Texture: If you prefer a crisper texture for the Texas toast, bake it for a minute or two before adding the sloppy joe mix and cheese. This will add a delicious crisp to each bite.
• Vegetable Crunch: To add a bit of crunch to your veggies, add them towards the end of the browning process to retain some of their crispiness. Your veggies will have a fresh pop if they aren’t overcooked.
• Creative Toppings: Customize your toppings by adding sliced pickles, jalapeños, or a dollop of sour cream for an extra layer of flavor. The sky is truly the limit when it comes to customizing your sandwiches. 
• Customize Seasonings: Adjust the seasoning quantities to match your taste preferences. Taste the sloppy joe mixture as it cooks, and add more chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, or other seasonings if needed.

What is Texas Toast?

Texas toast is like the superhero of toasty bread! It’s not your average slice. It is double the thickness of regular bread. Texas toast is made by generously spreading butter on both sides and giving it a quick broil or grill until it transforms to a light golden brown color.

What are Sloppy Joes Called in the Midwest?

In the Midwest, Sloppy Joes are often called “loose meat sandwiches” or simply “loose meat.” While the concept is similar, the name “loose meat” reflects the ground meat filling without the saucy consistency typically associated with Sloppy Joes.

Can I use Another Ground Meat?

Absolutely! Feel free to switch things up and use another ground meat you choose. Ground turkey, chicken, pork, or a plant-based meat substitute can work well in this Texas Toast Sloppy Joes recipe.

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