Texas Toast Sloppy Joes

★Ingredients

For the Sloppy Joe Filling:

1 pound ground beef

1 small onion, finely chopped

1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup ketchup

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon yellow mustard

1 teaspoon chili powder

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Texas Toast:

8 slices of Texas toast bread (thick-cut bread)

4 tablespoons butter, softened

2 teaspoons garlic powder

1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

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★Instructions

1. Prepare the Sloppy Joe Filling:
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. Add the ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, and chili powder to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
6. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Prepare the Texas Toast:
8. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
9. Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of Texas toast bread.
10. Sprinkle garlic powder evenly over the buttered sides of the bread. If using, sprinkle dried parsley for added flavor and color.
11. Place the slices on a baking sheet, buttered side up, and bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the bread is golden and toasted.
12. If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the bread during the last 2 minutes of baking to melt the cheese.
13. Assemble the Texas Toast Sloppy Joes:
14. Spoon the sloppy joe filling generously over a slice of Texas toast.
15. Top with another slice of Texas toast to create a sandwich.
16. Serve immediately and
17. enjoy!