Description
Garlic Bread Cheesy Sloppy Joe Bake is a comforting, savory casserole perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Ground beef cooked with onions and garlic simmers in a rich, tangy tomato sauce, then topped with melted cheddar cheese and buttery garlic bread or biscuit dough. Baked to golden perfection, this dish combines classic sloppy joe flavors with cheesy garlic bread for an irresistible layered meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cheese & Bread Topping
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough or 1 loaf French bread, sliced
Garlic Butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure the casserole doesn’t stick.
- Cook the Beef Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease to avoid sogginess. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Simmer the Sauce: Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and flavors meld together.
- Prepare the Bread: If using biscuit dough, cut each biscuit in half to create smaller pieces. If using French bread, slice into approximately 1-inch thick slices for even coverage.
- Make Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley, mixing thoroughly to create a flavorful garlic butter spread.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spoon the sloppy joe mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Arrange the biscuit halves or French bread slices over the cheese layer, covering the entire surface.
- Brush Bread with Garlic Butter: Generously brush the tops of the biscuits or bread slices with the garlic butter mixture to ensure a rich, aromatic crust as it bakes.
- Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered into the oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the bread topping is golden brown and cooked through, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy alongside a crisp green salad or pickles to add a refreshing balance to the rich casserole.
Notes
- For extra cheesy goodness, add mozzarella or pepper jack cheese along with the cheddar for a melty, flavorful twist.
- You can use garlic Texas toast instead of biscuit dough or French bread for an ultra-rich, indulgent topping.
- Serve with a crisp green salad or pickles to balance the richness and add freshness to the meal.
