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Sloppy Joe French Bread Slices Recipe

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These Sloppy Joe French Bread Slices offer a deliciously easy twist on classic sloppy joes by serving the savory beef mixture atop crispy, toasted French bread slices, all melted under a blanket of cheddar cheese for a crowd-pleasing comfort meal.

Ingredients

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Sloppy Joe Mixture

  • 1/2 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 (15 ounce) can sloppy joe sauce

Bread and Toppings

  • 1 loaf of French bread
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Butter or oil, for sautéing onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350° F (175° C) to get it ready for baking the prepared bread slices.
  2. Prepare the bread: Cut the loaf of French bread in half lengthwise and place both halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
  3. Sauté onions: In a large sauté pan, heat a little butter or oil over medium heat, then cook the diced onions for 3-4 minutes or until they become soft and translucent, releasing their natural sweetness.
  4. Cook the beef: Add the ground beef to the pan with the onions and crumble it thoroughly. Cook until the meat is fully browned and no longer pink, ensuring it’s cooked evenly.
  5. Drain excess grease: Carefully drain any excess grease from the beef mixture or blot it with a paper towel to remove extra fat, keeping the dish from being greasy.
  6. Add sloppy joe sauce: Stir the can of sloppy joe sauce into the cooked beef and onions until everything is well combined and heated through.
  7. Assemble the bread slices: Evenly spread the beef mixture over the cut sides of the French bread halves. Then generously top with shredded cheddar cheese, covering the meat mixture completely.
  8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly and the edges of the bread have turned toasty and golden brown.
  9. Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let the bread slices cool for a few minutes. Slice into individual portions and enjoy your Sloppy Joe French Bread Slices warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • Adding a touch of Worcestershire sauce enhances the depth of flavor in the meat mixture.
  • For extra heat, sprinkle some red pepper flakes over the cheese before baking.
  • If you prefer a crispier crust, you can toast the bread halves lightly before adding the toppings.
  • Use your favorite cheese blend for a different twist – mozzarella or pepper jack work well.

Keywords: Sloppy Joe, French Bread, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food, Cheesy Sloppy Joes

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