The Best Texas Toast Sloppy Joe Recipe Ever!!!

When you think of comfort food, nothing quite compares to a messy, saucy, and flavor-packed Sloppy Joe. But what if we told you there’s a way to take this classic favorite to the next level? Enter the Texas Toast Sloppy Joe – a dish that combines buttery, garlicky thick-cut bread with a rich, savory meat filling and gooey melted cheese. It’s hearty, indulgent, and guaranteed to make your taste buds dance.

Let’s walk through exactly how to make the best version of this dish, step by step.

Why Texas Toast?

Texas toast isn’t your regular slice of bread. It’s extra-thick, brushed with butter, and often seasoned with garlic. This sturdy bread can handle a generous heap of saucy ground beef without falling apart. Toasted to perfection, it adds crunch on the outside while staying pillowy inside – the perfect foundation for Sloppy Joes.

Ingredients You’ll Need

1 pound ground beef (or substitute with ground turkey/chicken if you prefer)
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1 medium onion, finely diced
1 green bell pepper, diced (optional for extra flavor and crunch)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup tomato sauce (or ketchup for a sweeter profile)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 package frozen Texas Toast garlic bread (or homemade thick-cut bread brushed with garlic butter)
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend of cheddar and mozzarella)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Step-by-Step Cooking Method

Step 1: Prepare the Texas Toast

If using frozen Texas toast, bake according to package directions until golden and slightly crispy. If making it from scratch, slice thick bread, spread with garlic butter, and toast until both sides are golden brown. Set aside to cool slightly – this will prevent sogginess when layering.

Step 2: Cook the Ground Beef

In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil (or butter) and sauté the onions and bell peppers until softened, about 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Crumble in the ground beef, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.