Description
Hearty sloppy joe casserole delivers classic comfort with a modern twist. Cheesy layers and zesty beef combine for a satisfying meal that brings family together at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Topping and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup sloppy joe sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375F (190C) and prepare a casserole dish for assembly.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, thoroughly draining any excess fat.
- Add diced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the beef, sautéing until vegetables become tender and fragrant.
- Pour Sloppy Joe sauce into the skillet, stirring to combine with the meat and vegetables, and allow to simmer for 5 minutes to develop rich flavors.
- Transfer the savory meat mixture into the prepared casserole dish, ensuring an even distribution across the bottom.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the meat layer, creating a melty, golden topping.
- Carefully arrange uncooked biscuit dough pieces across the entire surface of the cheese and meat mixture.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the biscuit topping turns a beautiful golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 3-5 minutes to allow flavors to settle and make serving easier.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or plant-based crumbles to create a lighter, healthier version of the casserole.
- Enhance nutrition by adding finely chopped vegetables like zucchini or spinach to the beef mixture without changing the overall flavor profile.
- Use gluten-free biscuit dough or make your own homemade biscuits to accommodate dietary restrictions while maintaining the dish’s comforting texture.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or mozzarella to customize the flavor and add a unique twist to the classic Sloppy Joe casserole.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg