Description
This Garlic Bread Cheesy Sloppy Joe Bake is a delicious and comforting casserole combining the savory flavors of sloppy joe ground beef with melty cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, all layered between buttery, garlic-seasoned biscuit dough. Perfect for a family dinner, this easy-to-make dish offers a satisfying twist on classic sloppy joes with a crispy golden biscuit topping.
Ingredients
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Meat Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cheese and Biscuit Layers
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 (16 oz) can refrigerated biscuit dough
Garlic Butter Topping
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Meat Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion becomes soft, about 5–7 minutes. Drain off any excess fat to keep the dish leaner.
- Add Garlic and Sauces: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to release its aroma. Then add the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to meld the flavors, then remove the skillet from heat.
- Prepare Biscuit Base: Cut each biscuit in half and flatten them slightly. Arrange half of these biscuit halves evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the base layer.
- Layer the Sloppy Joe Mixture and Cheese: Spoon the meat mixture evenly over the biscuit base, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top to create a rich, cheesy layer.
- Add Biscuit Top Layer: Layer the remaining flattened biscuit halves over the cheese, covering the filling.
- Apply Garlic Butter Topping: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with garlic powder. Brush this fragrant garlic butter evenly over the top biscuit layer to enhance flavor and browning.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes until the biscuit topping is golden brown and cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle chopped parsley over the top, and serve warm for a hearty and comforting meal.
Notes
- For added heat, include a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes in the meat mixture.
- You can substitute homemade biscuit dough or crescent roll dough if preferred.
