Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread
This Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread recipe combines juicy, savory ground beef with garlicky, buttery French bread, all topped with melty cheese. It’s a quick, crowd-pleasing comfort food perfect for dinner, game day, or a fun family meal!
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Mixing bowls
- Baking sheet
- Oven
- Sharp bread knife
- Garlic press (optional)
- Cheese grater (if using block cheese)
Ingredients
- For the Sloppy Joe Filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20 recommended
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper diced (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Garlic Bread Base:
- 1 French bread loaf cut in half horizontally
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan optional
- Pinch of salt
- For Topping:
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Make the garlic butter: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, Parmesan, and a pinch of salt.
- Prepare the bread: Slice the French loaf in half lengthwise. Spread garlic butter generously on both halves. Place them cut side up on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5–7 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cook the meat filling:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and bell pepper; sauté 3 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, cook 1 more minute.
- Add ground beef, cook until browned (6–8 minutes), breaking up as you go. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire, mustard, and brown sugar. Simmer for 8–10 minutes until thickened.
- Assemble: Spoon Sloppy Joe filling evenly over toasted garlic bread halves. Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake: Return to oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Broil (optional) for 2–3 minutes for extra crispiness—watch carefully!
- Slice and serve warm, garnished with parsley.
Notes
Make it spicy by adding jalapeños or red pepper flakes to the beef.
Use plant-based ground meat and dairy-free cheese for a vegan version.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven or air fryer for best texture.