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!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp 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 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp 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!
