Cheesy Texas Toast Sloppy Joes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Texas Toast
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6 slices thick Texas toast bread
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2 tablespoons room temperature unsalted butter
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2 teaspoons garlic powder
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2 tablespoons dried parsley
→ Sloppy Joe Filling
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1 pound ground beef (80/20 mix works best)
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 small onion, finely diced
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1 green bell pepper, diced
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1/2 cup ketchup
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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1 tablespoon light brown sugar
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon steak sauce
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6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
# Instructions:
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Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Spread the softened butter on both sides of each Texas toast slice. Place them on your parchment-lined baking sheet, then sprinkle both sides with garlic powder and dried parsley. Bake for 5 minutes until lightly toasted.
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While the toast is baking, brown the ground beef in a medium sauté pan until no longer pink. Drain the beef in a strainer over a bowl to remove excess grease.
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In the same pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and sauté the diced onions and green peppers for 3-5 minutes until they develop some color but still have a slight crunch. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Return the drained beef to the pan with the vegetables. Sprinkle in the chili powder, salt, black pepper, and brown sugar. Stir to combine. Add the ketchup, mustard, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and steak sauce. Mix everything together and let it simmer for 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
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After the toast has baked for 5 minutes, remove it from the oven and flip each slice with tongs. Top each piece with a generous portion of the sloppy joe mixture, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
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Return the topped toast to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!
# Notes:
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These hearty Texas toast sloppy joes combine buttery garlic toast with tangy homemade sloppy joe sauce for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.
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For the best texture, make sure your butter is at room temperature before spreading on the bread to avoid tearing the slices.
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Leftovers can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 375°F for 5 minutes until hot and crispy.