Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese
Indulge in the irresistible Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese, where nostalgic flavors meet melty cheese goodness. This comforting sandwich combines savory ground beef simmered in a tangy sauce, layered between crispy, buttery bread and gooey cheddar cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or game day feasts, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- 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 yellow onion, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 cup Sloppy Joe sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 slices sourdough or Texas toast
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion and green bell pepper for about 5-7 minutes until fragrant.
- Drain excess fat and stir in the Sloppy Joe sauce; let it simmer for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread generously.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer some cheddar cheese followed by a spoonful of the Sloppy Joe mixture, then top with another slice of cheese and cover with another slice of bread.
- Place the sandwich butter-side down in the skillet over medium-low heat. Grill until golden brown (3-4 minutes), then flip and cook until both sides are crispy and cheese melts.
- Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with lentils or crumbled tofu while maintaining the same seasonings. - Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for added flavor.