Description
Sloppy Joe Casserole is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that combines seasoned ground beef, gooey cheddar cheese, and fluffy bread into one delicious baked meal. Perfect for cozy family dinners or potlucks, this recipe guarantees a delightful experience with every bite. With vibrant flavors and an Instagram-worthy presentation, it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 cups day-old bread cubes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with non-stick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the ground beef until browned; add diced onion and bell pepper until softened.
- Stir in ketchup, mustard, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika; simmer until slightly thickened.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the bread cubes followed by half of the meat mixture and half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg