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Italian Sloppy Joes on Texas Toast

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!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course, Sandwich
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: italian sloppy joes, sloppy joes on texas toast, texas toast sloppy joes
Servings: 8 sandwiches
Author: Ashley Leonard

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ pound ground Italian sausage mild or hot
  • ½ cup yellow onion chopped
  • ½ cup bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 15 oz. can tomato sauce
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 8 slices garlic Texas Toast slices frozen
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded

Instructions

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Add chopped onion, bell pepper and garlic. Continue sautéing 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent and peppers are soft.
  • Add tomato sauce, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
  • 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.

Notes

Serve with a simple garden or Caesar salad for a quick and filling meal!