Quick and Easy Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese
A delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, combining savory sloppy joes and gooey melted cheese.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef Main protein for the filling.
- 1 cup Sloppy Joe Sauce Store-bought or homemade sauce.
- 2 cups Shredded Cheese Any cheese that melts well.
- 4 slices Bread Sourdough, Texas toast, or thick-cut white bread.
- 2 tbsp Butter For frying the sandwiches.
- 1 small Onion Optional, finely chopped.
- 0.5 tsp Salt To taste.
- 0.5 tsp Pepper To taste.
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add ground beef. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- If using, add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Drain excess fat, then stir in sloppy joe sauce and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Prepare bread slices and spoon sloppy joe filling onto two slices. Top with shredded cheese.
- Place remaining bread slices on top and press down gently.
- Melt butter in the skillet and cook sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from skillet, let sit for a minute, then cut in half and serve warm.
Notes
Customize with extra spices, vegetables, or different types of cheese.