Italian Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes
Indulge in the delightful Italian Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes, where crispy garlic bread rolls embrace a savory beef mixture simmered in rich tomato sauce and aromatic Italian herbs. This comforting dish merges Italian and American flavors, perfect for casual gatherings or cozy family dinners. Each bite is a blissful experience that brings joy to your table, making it a must-try for any meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Baking
- Cuisine: Italian/American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 garlic bread rolls
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned, approximately 8 minutes.
- Stir in tomato sauce and Italian seasoning; let simmer on low for 10 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice garlic bread rolls open and spread butter mixed with minced garlic on each half.
- Toast rolls in the oven for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Assemble by spooning the beef mixture onto each toasted roll and garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg