Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese
Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese combines the best of both worlds, featuring a savory Sloppy Joe filling nestled between layers of gooey melted cheese and crispy, buttery bread. This indulgent sandwich is perfect for cozy nights or game days, promising to delight everyone at the table. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, this dish elevates classic comfort food into a delicious experience that will leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 4 slices sourdough or Texas toast
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and diced bell pepper; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread; place butter-side down in a skillet over medium-low heat.
- Layer with Sloppy Joe mixture and cheese, then top with another slice of bread.
- Grill each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with sides like pickles or chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (220g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, experiment with different cheeses such as mozzarella or pepper jack. - Substitute ground beef with turkey or lentils for a healthier option. - Customize by adding jalapeños for heat or extra veggies for crunch.