Description
π§ Dive into the comforting flavors of this Hearty Sloppy Joe Casserole, combining savory beef with a rich, cheesy crust.
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Perfect for family dinners, this dish offers a delightful twist on a beloved classic thatβs both budget-friendly and delicious.
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef (at least 85% lean)
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1/4 cup melted butter
1 egg
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400Β°F. Grease a 13Γ9-inch baking dish lightly with butter.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
3. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent and the bell pepper is tender.
4. Stir in the brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, garlic salt, tomato sauce, and ketchup. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes.
5. In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Add milk, melted butter, and the egg to the flour mixture, stirring until a thick batter forms.
7. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed in the batter.
8. Pour the simmered beef mixture into the prepared baking dish. Dollop the cheese batter over the meat mixture, spreading evenly.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
10. Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
Notes
πΆοΈ Customize the heat by adding crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
π½ Try topping with tater tots for a fun and crispy twist.
π§ Swap cheddar cheese for Tex-Mex or Monterey Jack for varied flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooling Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 95mg