Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese
Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese combines the best of two classic comfort foods into one irresistible sandwich. Picture juicy, seasoned ground beef enveloped in a tangy sauce, all nestled between thick slices of buttery, toasted bread and melted cheddar cheese. This dish is perfect for game nights or cozy dinners, delivering a burst of nostalgic flavors in every gooey bite. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an easy recipe that will become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup Sloppy Joe sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices thick bread (sourdough or Texas toast)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Stir in the Sloppy Joe sauce and simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
- Layer one slice of bread with the beef mixture and top with shredded cheddar cheese. Place another slice on top.
- Butter both sides of the sandwich.
- Grill in a preheated skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Slice diagonally and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (280g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - Substitute ground beef with turkey or lentils for a lighter option. - Experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack for added spice. - For meal prep, store leftover filling separately and assemble sandwiches fresh when ready to eat.