Texas Toast Sloppy Joes
Texas Toast Sloppy Joes combine the classic Sloppy Joe filling with thick, buttery Texas toast for a heartwarming and delicious meal. Perfect for a casual family dinner or game day.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 spatula
- 1 cutting board
- 1 baking sheet
- 4 serving plates
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (lean)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- to taste salt and pepper
- 8 slices Texas toast
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- optional shredded cheese Optional garnish.
- optional pickles Optional garnish.
- optional coleslaw Optional garnish.
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, using a wooden spoon to break up the meat as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat if necessary, then add the diced onions and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Mix well and let it simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- While the filling is simmering, preheat your broiler. Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of Texas toast.
- Place the Texas toast, buttered side up, on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Once the filling is ready, spoon it generously onto the unbuttered sides of the Texas toast slices. Top with optional garnishes if desired.
- Serve immediately with remaining Texas toast on the side.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ground beef with ground turkey or tofu for a healthier or vegetarian option.
Customize your Sloppy Joe filling by adding other vegetables like mushrooms or corn.
This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings; simply adjust cooking times as needed.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet before serving.