Nothing beats the feeling of digging into a meal that’s both nostalgic and packed with flavor. These Texas Toast Sloppy Joes bring together the richness of ground beef simmered in a tangy tomato-based sauce with the satisfying crunch of toasted bread. It’s the kind of dinner that warms your soul and fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas.
I remember the first time I made these—it was a chilly evening, and the house quickly filled with the scent of garlic, bell peppers, and that sweet-savory sauce. Piling the thick, saucy meat onto the crispy, buttery Texas toast felt like a little celebration. Every bite was a perfect mix of juicy, tangy, and crunchy that made me wish I’d made extra.
Why You’ll Love It:
– Saucy and chunky beef mixture loaded with onions, green bell pepper, and just the right touch of sweetness
– Toasted Texas toast bread with golden edges and buttery crunch
– Simple ingredients you probably already have on hand
– Quick simmering method that fills your kitchen with amazing smells
– Perfectly balanced tomato-based sauce with Worcestershire and mustard for a tangy kick
Comfort Food Made Easy:
Ready in under 30 minutes. No complicated steps—just hearty, saucy goodness that’s as satisfying as it is simple.
Texas Toast Sloppy Joes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
A hearty open-faced sandwich featuring a saucy and chunky ground beef mixture simmered in a tomato-based sauce with Worcestershire and mustard, served on toasted Texas toast.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 slices Texas toast bread
2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic; cook until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Reduce heat to low and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes until thickened and saucy.
Meanwhile, butter one side of each Texas toast slice.
Toast the bread, buttered side down, in a separate skillet or under the broiler until golden brown and crispy.
Pile the hot sloppy joe mixture thickly on the toasted Texas toast slices.
Serve open-faced on simple white plates.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
FAQ
Q: Can I make the sloppy joe mixture ahead of time?
A: Yes! Prepare the meat mixture and refrigerate it for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove before serving.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Store any leftover meat mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Toast fresh bread when ready to serve.
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