Description
Savor the comforting flavors of this Easy Sloppy Joe Casserole, a family favorite that combines hearty ground beef, zesty sauce, and a cheesy cornbread topping for the perfect weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced (red or green)
- 1 cup Sloppy Joe sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package cornbread mix
- 2/3 cup water or chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and bell pepper until softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in the Sloppy Joe sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, prepare the cornbread mix with water or broth as directed on the package.
- Spread the meat mixture evenly in the baking dish, pour cornbread batter on top, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, swap ground beef for ground turkey or add extra veggies like corn or mushrooms. Experiment with different types of cheese for varied flavors.