Sloppy Joe Pizza: Quick, saucy ground beef on garlic-butter French bread, topped with melted Cheddar. Perfect easy weeknight dinner!
Sloppy Joe Pizza Is…
- Simple: Straightforward ingredients, easy steps.
- A hit with kids: A surefire way to excite the little ones about dinner time.
- Ultimate comfort food: Hearty and satisfying – it’s comfort food at its best! Sloppy Joes + Pizza. What’s not to love?!
- Packed with flavor: Every bite brings savory, cheesy deliciousness.
- Easy to prep ahead: Fix the meat sauce ahead of time for a quick dinner assembly.
Sloppy Joe Pizza Ingredients
- Yellow onion: Grating it allows for better dispersion.
- Garlic: Adjust to how garlicky you like it.
- Red bell pepper: Chop it finely so it integrates better.
- Ground beef: Pick leaner for less grease.
- Tomato paste: Adds a more intense tomato flavor.
- Crushed tomatoes: Quality counts for a great sauce.
- Ketchup: Adds the perfect sweet and tangy touch.
- Worcestershire sauce: Just a splash for deeper flavor.
- Spices: Mustard powder, beef bouillon, and brown sugar help to amp up meatiness and balance acidity.
- Sharp Cheddar: The sharper, the tastier.
How To Make Sloppy Joe Pizza
- Prep veggies: Grate onion and dice pepper.
- Sauté: Melt butter in skillet; sauté veggies until tender.
- Brown beef: Add ground beef; brown and then mix in tomato paste and seasonings.
- Simmer sauce: Stir in crushed tomatoes, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce; simmer until thick.
- Prepare bread: Prepare garlic-butter mixture; brush on sliced French bread and bake briefly.
- Assemble: Top bread with beef mixture and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake: Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Slice and serve immediately.
What To Serve With Sloppy Joe Pizza
- Italian Salad: A crisp vinaigrette-dressed salad complements the richness.
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes: Their sweetness pairs nicely with the savory pizza.
- Coleslaw: Adds crunch and tang.
- Pickle Spears: The tanginess contrasts well with the meat and cheese.
- Macaroni Salad: A creamy, cool contrast.
- Baked Beans: Sweet-savory flavorful side.
Storage
Leftovers?
Sloppy Joe Pizza is tastiest fresh from the oven, but for any leftovers, follow these steps:
- Cool: Let it cool to room temp.
- Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container or wrapped well, for 2-3 days.
- Freeze: Freeze slices on a baking sheet, then in a bag for up to two months.
- Reheat: Oven at 350°F until hot (best for texture). Microwave works but will soften the bread.
More Comfort Food Recipes:
- Italian Sausage Pasta Soup
- Shepherd’s Pie
- Ground Beef Stroganoff
- Penne Pasta with Sausage One Pot!
- Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Sloppy Joe Pizza
Equipment
- Large pan
- Sheet pan
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 1/2 cup grated yellow onion 1 medium onion
- 1 red bell pepper finely chopped, about 1 pepper
- 4 teaspoons minced garlic divided
- 1 pound lean ground beef 93/7
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup ketchup Heinz recommended
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- Salt
- 1 teaspoon light brown sugar see note 1
- 2 teaspoons beef bouillon powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1-1/2 cups (packed) freshly shredded sharp Cheddar
- 1 loaf French bread
- Finely diced parsley optional
Instructions
- Grate onion on large holes of a grater to get a packed 1/2 cup; dice bell pepper. Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a large pan, melt 1-1/2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and 2 teaspoons garlic. Sauté until tender and liquid has evaporated (about 5–7 minutes).
- Push veggies to edge; add beef to center. Let sear, then crumble while incorporating veggies. When mostly browned through, add tomato paste, bouillon, pepper, ground mustard, and a pinch of salt. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add crushed tomatoes, ketchup, Worcestershire, and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and simmer until thick (10–15 minutes). Stir occasionally. Remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Mix remaining 3-1/2 tablespoons butter with remaining 2 teaspoons garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut French bread in half lengthwise. Then cut both halves in half widthwise to get 4 large pieces.
- Brush a little bit of butter on the bottom of all pieces. Place upside down on a foil-lined sheet pan. Bake for 5 minutes. Remove and flip over. Brush rest of butter on inside of bread. Bake for 5 minutes. Remove and let stand, then gently press in the centers to make room for meat sauce.
- Divide beef mixture evenly among bread. Top with cheese. Bake 10 minutes or until cheese melts.
- Slice and enjoy immediately, garnished with parsley if desired.
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Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
What is the oven temp?
400 F, thanks Elizabeth!