Simple Sloppy Joe Casserole
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of your childhood with this Simple Sloppy Joe Casserole. In just 45 minutes, you can serve a warm, cheesy dish bursting with savory ground beef, tender vegetables, and a sweet tangy sauce, all nestled among soft bread cubes. Perfect for busy weeknights or friendly gatherings, this casserole is easily customizable to suit various dietary preferences. Get ready to delight your taste buds with every comforting bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup sloppy Joe sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 cups stale bread cubes
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion and green bell pepper until the meat is no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the sloppy Joe sauce and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine the meat mixture with bread cubes in a large bowl and mix well.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg