Description
Sloppy Joe Casserole is a hearty and comforting twist on the classic sandwich. This easy-to-make dish features all the flavors of a Sloppy Joe in a convenient casserole form, topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh parsley for a delicious finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 can (15 oz) canned diced tomatoes, drained
Casserole Base and Topping:
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Ground Beef Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, onion, and green bell pepper until beef is browned and vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Enhance Flavor: Add garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and drained tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Base: Press crescent roll dough into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish to cover the bottom.
- Assemble Casserole: Spoon sloppy joe mixture over the dough, sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Let cool slightly, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- This casserole reheats well and makes for great leftovers.
- You can customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients like diced pickles or jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Sloppy Joe, Casserole, Comfort Food
