Description
This Open Face Garlic Toast Sloppy Joes recipe is your next go-to for easy dinner ideas that bring serious flavor to the table. Think saucy, savory beef piled onto golden, crispy garlic toast, topped with melted cheese—perfect for a quick dinner, cozy weekend lunch, or even a party snack platter. It’s a hearty comfort-food classic made simple.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 6 slices Texas toast or thick bread
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the bread slices on a baking sheet. Brush each side with melted butter mixed with garlic powder.
- Toast the bread in the oven for 5–7 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Simmer on low heat for 10–15 minutes until thickened.
- Spoon the meat mixture over each toasted bread slice.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Return to the oven and bake for 5–7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Toast the bread before adding the meat to prevent sogginess.
- Keep the sloppy joe mixture thick for best results.
- For extra flavor, mix mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheese together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking + Skillet
- Cuisine: American