Here’s a bold and delicious spin on a comfort food classic: Texas Toast Sloppy Joes! Instead of a typical bun, this recipe uses thick, buttery garlic Texas toast as the base — crispy on the outside, soft inside, and loaded with savory sloppy joe filling. It’s fast, family-friendly, and seriously satisfying.
🍞🥩 Texas Toast Sloppy Joes
🧾 Ingredients:
For the Sloppy Joe Filling:
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1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
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½ cup onion, finely chopped
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½ cup green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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¾ cup ketchup
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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½ tsp mustard (yellow or Dijon)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
For the Texas Toast Base:
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8 slices frozen Texas toast garlic bread
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1–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella, or a blend)
👨🍳 Instructions:
🔹 1. Make the Sloppy Joe Filling
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned.
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Drain any excess grease.
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Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
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Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
🔹 2. Prepare the Texas Toast
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While the filling simmers, bake Texas toast according to package directions — usually 425°F (220°C) for 5–6 minutes per side.
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After flipping, sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each slice and return to oven for the final 5 minutes to melt.
🔹 3. Assemble the Sloppy Joes
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Top each slice of cheesy Texas toast with a generous scoop of the sloppy joe mixture.
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Optional: garnish with chopped parsley, pickled jalapeños, or extra cheese.
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
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Serve open-faced with a fork and knife
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Add a top slice to make a cheesy Texas toast sandwich
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Pair with coleslaw, fries, or baked beans
📝 Tips:
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Make it extra cheesy: broil assembled toast for 1–2 minutes to brown the cheese.
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Try flavored Texas toast like Parmesan Romano for extra punch.
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Want it spicy? Add chipotle, hot sauce, or a dash of smoked paprika to the beef.
Let me know if you want a vegetarian, low-carb, or kid-friendly version!
