A cheesy, meaty twist on a classic grilled cheese — loaded with flavorful Sloppy Joe filling!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ultimate Comfort Food – Combines gooey grilled cheese with hearty Sloppy Joe filling.

• Quick & Easy – Ready in just 35 minutes.

• Perfect for Any Meal – Great for lunch, dinner, or a fun snack.

• Customizable – Swap cheeses or bread to suit your taste.

Ingredients

Sloppy Joe Mixture

• 2 pounds ground beef

• ½ yellow onion, diced

• 1 tablespoon minced garlic

• 15 ounces tomato sauce

• 1 cup ketchup

• 1 tablespoon mustard

• 2 teaspoons beef bouillon powder

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar

• Salt to taste

• Pepper to taste

Sandwich Components

• Cheese slices

• Texas toast bread

• Mayonnaise

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Sloppy Joe Mixture

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook diced onions and ground beef seasoned with beef bouillon, salt, and pepper until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Drain excess grease.

Step 2: Simmer the Sauce

Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar. Simmer over low-medium heat until well combined.

Step 3: Assemble the Sandwiches

In another skillet over medium heat, coat one side of each bread slice with mayonnaise and place mayo-side down. Layer cheese, Sloppy Joe mixture, and another cheese slice on top. Cover with second slice of bread, mayo side up.

Step 4: Cook the Grilled Cheese

Cook until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted. Serve hot.

Tips & Variations

• Cheese Options – Try cheddar, American, or pepper jack for different flavor profiles.

• Add Veggies – Sautéed bell peppers or jalapeños add a kick.

• Make Ahead – Prepare the Sloppy Joe mixture in advance and refrigerate until ready to use.

• Crispier Bread – Butter the outside of the bread instead of mayonnaise for extra crispiness.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use frozen ground beef?

Yes, just thaw completely before cooking and drain excess water.

2. Can I make this sandwich vegetarian?

Absolutely — substitute ground beef with plant-based crumbles or lentils.

3. How do I prevent the bread from burning before the cheese melts?

Cook on medium heat and cover the skillet with a lid for a minute to help the cheese melt evenly.

Final Thoughts

The Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese is a fun, hearty twist on two classic favorites. With its melty cheese and savory Sloppy Joe filling, it’s perfect for satisfying comfort-food cravings any day of the week.