Italian Sloppy Joes on Texas Toast

Italian Sloppy Joes on Texas Toast

from thedarlingapron.com
25 min
8 servings

These sloppy joes with an Italian twist are served on thick slices of garlic Texas Toast and topped with mozzarella cheese. These open-faced sandwiches are perfect for a busy weeknight meal, potluck or game day spread!

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground Italian sausage (mild or hot)
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 15 oz. can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 8 slices garlic Texas Toast slices (frozen)
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place Texas toast slices on a baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges just start to brown.

  2. 2

    While toast is baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and sausage and break apart into small pieces. Cook until meat is no longer pink. Drain any excess grease.

  3. 3

    Add chopped onion, bell pepper and garlic. Continue sautéing 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent and peppers are soft.

  4. 4

    Add tomato sauce, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Top each toast slice with a scoop of meat mixture and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Place back in the oven for 5-6 minutes until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.