Description
Hearty Texas toast sloppy joes bring classic comfort to dinner tables with bold, messy charm. Savory beef and zesty sauce nestled between crispy bread slices promise a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
Vegetables:
- 2.5 cups onion, chopped
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 2 teaspoons tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2.5 teaspoons brown sugar
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Bread and Cheese:
- 4 pieces Green Mill Texas Toast
- 1 ounce (28 grams) cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Initiate by heating the oven to a precise 375F (190C), preparing for a crispy foundation.
- Select a robust skillet and introduce ground beef with finely diced onions, rendering the meat to a rich golden-brown state over medium heat.
- Eliminate excess grease from the meat, ensuring a clean, concentrated flavor profile.
- Infuse the meat with a harmonious blend of ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, stirring consistently.
- Allow the mixture to simmer and thicken, developing deep, complex flavors for approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Simultaneously, arrange Texas Toast on a baking sheet and slide into the preheated oven, transforming into a golden, crisp canvas within 5-6 minutes.
- Extract the perfectly toasted bread and generously ladle the savory beef mixture across each slice.
- Crown the creation with a lavish sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese, allowing residual heat to gently melt the dairy topping.
- Serve immediately, presenting a rustic, flavor-packed meal that promises a delightful culinary experience.
Notes
- Drain beef thoroughly to prevent soggy toast and ensure a crispy base that holds the saucy mixture perfectly.
- Customize heat levels by adding diced jalapeños or hot sauce for spice lovers who want an extra kick.
- Consider using lean ground beef or turkey for a lighter, healthier version without compromising rich flavor.
- Make it vegetarian by substituting meat with lentils, black beans, or plant-based crumbles that absorb the tangy sauce wonderfully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg