Description
Italian Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes deliver an exciting twist on a classic favorite, combining savory ground beef with Italian herbs and rich tomato sauce, all enveloped in crispy, buttery garlic bread. Ideal for game nights or family dinners, these hearty sandwiches topped with gooey mozzarella and fresh basil promise to satisfy your cravings while bringing everyone together for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 fresh garlic bread loaf
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), finely chopped
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté until tender.
- Stir in the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning; simmer for about five minutes.
- Slice the garlic bread loaf in half horizontally and place on a baking sheet. Spoon the meat mixture onto each half and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for about ten minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped basil before slicing and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (180g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Add extra veggies like mushrooms or spinach for added nutrition. For spice lovers, mix in red pepper flakes or jalapeños into the meat mixture.