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Italian Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes

Italian Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes: Cheesy Comfort in Every Bite

A savory meat filling on crispy garlic bread with gooey mozzarella makes these Italian Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes a must-try comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Chicken can swap for turkey or plant-based options
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or white onions work best
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce can use crushed tomatoes or homemade sauce
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste essential for depth of flavor
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning substitute with oregano if needed
  • 1 tsp Paprika can replace with chili powder for heat
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese mix with provolone for flavor
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
For the Garlic Bread Base
  • 4 slices Garlic Bread store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tbsp Butter can substitute with olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley for garnish and flavor

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Mix softened butter, minced garlic, and parsley for the garlic spread.
  3. Spread garlic mixture on cut sides of garlic bread. Toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Sauté chopped onions in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add minced garlic, then ground beef or chicken, cooking until browned (6-8 minutes).
  6. Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  7. Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the toasted garlic bread halves.
  8. Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the fillings. Bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted.
  9. Cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Choose a sturdy garlic bread to prevent sogginess. Store filling and bread separately if making ahead for best results.

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