Cheesy Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread Bake

Cheesy Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread Bake
Ingredients:
For the Sloppy Joe Mixture:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Garlic Bread Base:
1 loaf French bread, cut in half lengthwise
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions:
For the Sloppy Joe Mixture:
Cook the Beef:
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Prepare the Sauce:
Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
For the Garlic Bread Base:
Prepare the Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
Assemble the Bread:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the French bread halves cut-side up on a baking sheet.
Spread the garlic butter evenly over each half of the bread.
Assemble the Cheesy Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread Bake:
Layer the Ingredients:
Spoon the sloppy joe mixture evenly over the garlic bread halves.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over the top.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
Slice the cheesy sloppy joe garlic bread bake into portions and serve warm. Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 6 servings