Texas Toast Sloppy Joes (Print version)
Open-faced Texas toast piled with saucy beef, sweet-tangy sauce, and bubbly melted cheese. A 30-minute family dinner that is easier than it looks.
# Ingredients:
For the sloppy joe filling
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1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
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3/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
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1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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3/4 cup ketchup
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
For the toast and topping
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8 slices frozen garlic Texas toast
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1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Cook the ground beef, onion, and bell pepper in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the meat is browned and the vegetables are tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
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Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, mustard, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for 10 to 12 minutes until the sauce thickens and turns glossy.
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Arrange the frozen Texas toast on a baking sheet and bake according to package directions, usually 5 to 7 minutes at 425°F, until golden at the edges.
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Spoon the hot filling over the baked toast, top generously with shredded cheese, and broil on high for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned. Watch closely to avoid burning.
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Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately while the cheese is still stretchy.
# Good to know:
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Best served immediately while the cheese is still stretchy and the toast is crisp.