Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheeses
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these delectable Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheeses. This fusion of two classic sandwiches will leave you craving more. Perfect for a cozy meal at home or a quick lunch, these sandwiches are easy to make and absolutely satisfying.
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon packed light or dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 8 slices sourdough bread (about 1/2-inch thick)
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (1 pound), divided
Directions:
- Prepare the Butter: Let 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter sit at room temperature until softened.
- Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound of lean ground beef and cook until cooked through and browned. Season with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of onion powder. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
- Make the Sloppy Joe Mixture: Add 1/2 cup of water, 1 tablespoon of packed brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and cook until saucy. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Butter one side of 8 slices of sourdough bread (1/2 tablespoon each). Flip 4 of the slices over. Sprinkle each with 1/2 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Top each with 1/2 cup of the sloppy Joe mixture, then sprinkle each with another 1/2 cup of the cheese. Close the sandwiches with the remaining bread slices, buttered-side up.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 2 sandwiches at a time: Add to the pan and cook until golden-brown and cheese is melted, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and cut in half.
Quick and Easy
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 700 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4
Enjoy these Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheeses as a hearty lunch or a comforting dinner. The combination of gooey cheddar cheese and savory sloppy Joe filling between crispy, buttery sourdough bread is sure to become a new favorite in your household. Happy cooking!
Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheeses
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound lean ground beef
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon packed light or dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
8 slices sourdough bread (about 1/2-inch thick)
4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (1 pound), divided
Instructions
Let 4 tablespoons unsalted butter sit at room temperature until softened.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound lean ground beef and cook until cooked through and browned. Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon onion powder. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
Add 1/2 cup water, 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and cook until saucy. Remove the pan from the heat.
Butter one side of 8 slices sourdough bread (1/2 tablespoon each). Flip 4 of the slices over. Sprinkle each with 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Top each with 1/2 cup sloppy Joe mixture, then sprinkle each with another 1/2 cup of the cheese.
Close the sandwiches with remaining bread slices buttered-side up. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 2 sandwiches at a time: Add to the pan and cook until golden-brown and cheese is melted, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and cut in half.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 700 Kcal