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Cheesy Joe Garlic Bread

Category: Snacks That Bring People Together

We've completely reimagined sloppy joes by layering them on toasted garlic bread and covering with cheese. Think pizza vibes mixed with classic joes.

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Updated on Sat, 17 May 2025 19:05:02 GMT
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You've never had comfort food like this. Juicy seasoned meat piled on garlicky toasted bread with gooey cheese makes life easier on those jam-packed days or during the big game.

Irresistible Favorites Combo

Buttery garlic bread smothered in cheesy sloppy joe goodness brings a smile to everyone. It takes no time at all and keeps the whole crew happy.

Gather Up

  • Cheese: 2 cups shredded
  • Parsley: 1 tbsp fresh
  • Butter: 4 tbsp melted
  • French Bread: 1 loaf split
  • Chili Powder: 1 tsp
  • Brown Sugar: 1 tbsp
  • Worcestershire: 2 tbsp
  • Ketchup: ¼ cup
  • Tomato Sauce: 1 cup
  • Garlic: 6 cloves divided
  • Bell Pepper: 1 green diced
  • Onion: 1 small diced
  • Ground Beef: 1 lb or turkey

Time To Get Cooking

Cool Off
Let the finished melts sit just a bit before you cut and dig in
Crisp It Up
Bake everything 8 to 10 minutes until cheese bubbles golden on top
Stack It
Lay the meat mixture over your prepared bread, pile on the shredded cheese
Slather the Bread
Brush your split loaf with melted butter, chopped parsley, and crushed garlic
Simmer Savory Stuff
Sizzle the beef, stir in your onions, peppers, garlic, sauce, and all the seasoning, then cook until it thickens up
Crank the Oven
Get your oven up to 400°F and put down some parchment or foil on your pan
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Ultimate Comfort

It’s everything great about sloppy joes plus buttery garlic bread. Crowd-pleasing and loaded with cozy flavor.

Recipe FAQs

→ Can I prepare the filling in advance?

Absolutely, the joe mix can be cooked and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Just reheat it before using.

→ What bread works best for these?

French or Italian loafs are ideal. They're strong enough to carry the weight. Avoid bread that's too soft as it'll fall apart.

→ Would freezing these work?

You can freeze the joe mixture by itself. Make fresh garlic bread and put together the melts when it's time to eat.

→ Which cheese should I pick?

Use mozzarella for a stretchy melt or cheddar for a punch of flavor. Mixing them gives you the best of both worlds!

→ How do I stop the bread from getting soggy?

Give the bread a light toast first, and don't let the assembled melts sit for too long before they go in the oven.

Cheesy Joe Melts

Buttery garlic bread topped with savory joe mixture and gooey, melted cheese. A cozy combo everyone loves.

Preparation Time
15 min
Cooking Time
20 min
Total Time
35 min

Category: Party & Snacks

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 8 Servings (2)

Dietary Preferences: ~

Ingredients

01 1 French bread loaf, split open horizontally.
02 Salt and pepper, for seasoning.
03 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped.
04 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley.
05 1 lb of ground beef or turkey, your choice.
06 1 green bell pepper, minced.
07 2 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella.
08 1/4 cup of ketchup.
09 3/4 cup tomato sauce.
10 1 teaspoon of chili powder.
11 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce.
12 1 small onion, diced into small pieces.
13 1 tablespoon of brown sugar.
14 4 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter.

Directions

Step 01

Set your oven to 400°F. Cover your baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 02

In a skillet, cook the ground meat and drain out the grease. Toss in diced onion, bell pepper, and chopped garlic. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Step 03

Pour in ketchup, tomato sauce, Worcestershire, sugar, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer gently for about 5-10 minutes.

Step 04

Combine parsley, melted butter, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Coat the interior of the bread halves with this mix.

Step 05

Spoon the sloppy joe mix over the bread halves, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top.

Step 06

Slide the bread onto the baking tray and bake for 8-10 minutes. Take it out once the cheese is fully melted and the edges are golden.

Step 07

Give it a moment to cool off slightly, then slice and serve.

Notes

  1. You can make the meat filling the day before.
  2. Sturdy bread works best to keep things from getting too soft.
  3. Filling freezes well on its own.
  4. Combining a couple of cheeses makes it tastier.
  5. Feel free to toast the bread first if you'd like.

Required Equipment

  • A large skillet.
  • Baking tray.
  • Parchment or baking paper.
  • A small mixing bowl.

Allergen Information

Check all ingredients for potential allergens and consult a medical professional if uncertain.
  • Contains dairy (cheese, butter).
  • Wheat is present in the bread.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

These details are for reference only and shouldn't replace medical advice.
  • Calories: 450
  • Fats: 25 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Proteins: 28 g