Time Requirement:
– Preparation Time: 15 minutes
– Cooking Time: 20 minutes
– Total Time: 35 minutes
Introduction
Sink your taste buds into a classic American crossover – Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes. Perfect mix of meaty, saucy goodness packed between soft, garlic-kissed breads. It’s a heartening nibble for a family meal or a weekend indulgence.
Why Make This Recipe
This recipe brings a delightful twist to conventional Sloppy Joes. Juxtaposing two timeless favorites – Sloppy Joes and Garlic Bread, it whips up a tantalizing fusion that’s simply hard to resist. It’s quick, simple, and just so scrumptious!
How to Make Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes
Ingredients:
– 1 lb ground beef
– 1/2 cup diced onion
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup tomato sauce
– 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
– 1 tbsp brown sugar
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 4 hamburger buns
For the Garlic Butter:
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tbsp chopped parsley
– Pinch of salt
Directions:
1. Over medium heat, sauté the ground beef and diced onion in a skillet. Keep sizzling until the beef browns and the onions soften. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Now add the minced garlic, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
3. As the beef simmers, prepare the garlic butter by melting the unsalted butter in a small pan followed by adding minced garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt.
4. Preheat the oven’s broiler. Slice the hamburger buns, slather each side with garlic butter, and place under the broiler for about 1-2 minutes until they turn a beautiful golden brown and emit a crisp sound.
5. Ladle the sloppy joe mixture onto each lower bun half, cover with the upper half and serve immediately.
How to Serve Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes
Serve the Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes hot, straight from the pan. You can also pair it up with a side of green salad or French fries to make a complete meal.
How To Store Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes
The Sloppy Joe mixture can be refrigerated in an air-tight container for 3-4 days. Reheat before serving. However, it’s best to make the garlic bread fresh to enjoy its crispiness.
Tips To Make Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes
Ensure to drain the excess fat after browning the beef to avoid making the dish excessively oily. On another note, try using fresh garlic for the garlic butter to get the best punch of flavor.
Variation (If Any)
You can also add grated cheese on top of the sloppy joe mixture before capping it with the bun’s upper half.
FAQs
1. Can I use any other meat instead of beef?
Absolutely, feel free to substitute beef with ground turkey or chicken as per your preference.
2. Can I make a vegetarian version of this recipe?
Yes, use a plant-based ground meat substitute and follow the same instructions.
3. Any tips for making it spicier?
Add a touch of hot sauce or red pepper flakes to the beef mixture while cooking to amp up the heat.