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French Bread Sloppy Joes Recipe

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This French Bread Sloppy Joes recipe elevates the classic comfort food by serving the savory, cheesy sloppy joe mixture on crisped French bread. The bread is first toasted with garlic butter for added flavor and crunch, then topped with a perfectly seasoned ground beef mix, tangy ketchup, mustard, and melted melting pepper jack and cheddar cheeses. Finished off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this satisfying dish combines rich flavors and textures for a hearty meal the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients

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For the Bread:

  • 1 loaf French bread (or Italian bread)
  • 1/2 cup Butter (softened)
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp Kosher salt

For the Sloppy Joe Mix:

  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 1/4 cup Yellow onion (diced)
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Yellow mustard
  • 3/4 cup Ketchup
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 1/2 cup Water

For the Cheese Topping:

  • 1 cup Pepper Jack cheese (grated)
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese (grated)

Optional Garnish:

  • 1 tbsp Parsley (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). This step ensures the bread will toast evenly and develop a golden crust.
  2. Prepare the bread: Slice the French bread loaf lengthwise and place the halves cut side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
  3. Make garlic butter spread: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter with 1 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Mix until well blended.
  4. Toast the bread: Spread the seasoned butter evenly over both bread halves. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and slightly crisp. Remove from oven and set aside. Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) for the next step.
  5. Cook the beef and onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and diced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and fully cooked, roughly 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
  6. Add the Sloppy Joe sauce ingredients: Stir in 1/2 cup water, 3/4 cup ketchup, 1 teaspoon yellow mustard, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper into the cooked beef mixture. Simmer the mixture on low heat for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  7. Mix the cheeses: In a bowl, combine the grated pepper jack cheese and cheddar cheese until well blended. This cheese mixture will add creamy, melty richness to the sandwiches.
  8. Assemble the Sloppy Joes: Evenly spread the beef mixture over the toasted bread halves. Then sprinkle the cheese blend generously on top of the beef.
  9. Bake to melt cheese: Return the assembled bread halves to the oven set at 350°F and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. For an extra golden top, broil for an additional 1 minute, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  10. Serve: Remove from the oven and let the sloppy joes rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, slice into portions, and serve warm for a delicious and hearty meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute Italian bread if French bread is unavailable.
  • For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the beef mixture.
  • If preferred, use low-fat ground beef or ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • To make the bread crispier, toast it a bit longer before assembling.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain texture.

Keywords: French Bread Sloppy Joes, sloppy joes, French bread sandwiches, cheesy sloppy joes, comfort food, ground beef recipe

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