This Cheesy Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread is the ultimate comfort food mash-up—combining classic homemade Sloppy Joes with buttery garlic bread and loads of melted cheese. It’s an easy dinner recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights, game day snacks, or a family-friendly meal that everyone will love. Hearty, budget-friendly, and incredibly satisfying, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any comfort-food lover.
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup Sloppy Joe sauce (homemade or store-bought)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 loaf French bread, sliced lengthwise
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp dried parsley
2 cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded Colby-Jack or Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
Cook the Sloppy Joe filling
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed. Stir in the diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add the garlic, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the Sloppy Joe sauce and simmer for 5 minutes until thick and rich.
Prepare the garlic bread
In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with dried parsley. Spread the garlic butter evenly over both halves of the French bread and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
Assemble the bread
Spoon the warm Sloppy Joe mixture evenly over the garlic bread. Sprinkle generously with mozzarella and Colby-Jack cheese, covering the entire surface.
Bake until bubbly
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. For a golden finish, switch the oven to broil for 1–2 minutes, watching closely.
Slice and serve
Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, then slice into thick pieces and serve warm.
✨ Serving Tip: This recipe is perfect for easy weeknight dinners, game day appetizers, or family-friendly comfort food meals. Serve with a simple salad, fries, or coleslaw for a complete meal.
