Description
Grilled Cheese Sloppy Joes combine the gooey, melty richness of classic grilled cheese with the hearty, savory flavors of traditional sloppy joes. This comforting and quick recipe layers seasoned ground beef, vegetables, and melted cheddar cheese between toasted buttered bread slices for a deliciously satisfying meal perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 6 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 8 slices sandwich bread (thick sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sloppy Joe Filling: Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the ground beef thoroughly. Drain any excess fat. Add diced onions and green bell peppers, cooking until soft and fragrant. Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Let the mixture simmer gently until thickened and flavorful.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Generously butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side, spread a spoonful of sloppy joe filling and layer with sliced cheddar cheese. Top with another bread slice, buttered side facing outward.
- Grill to Perfection: Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Place the sandwich in the pan and cook slowly, flipping carefully, until both sides are toasted golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey.
Notes
- Toast sandwiches on medium-low heat to avoid burning and to ensure cheese melts perfectly.
- Drain excess grease from cooked beef to prevent sogginess.
- Use thick bread slices to withstand the juicy filling.
- Do not skimp on butter for a crispy, golden crust that contrasts the gooey center.
- Prepare sloppy joe mixture ahead and reheat before assembling to save time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg