Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Sloppy Joe Filling
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1 lb ground beef or turkey
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1/2 bell pepper, finely chopped (optional)
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1 cup tomato sauce
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2 tbsp ketchup
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tbsp mustard
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ For the Grilled Cheese
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4 slices of bread (sourdough, white, or whole wheat)
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4 slices of cheddar or American cheese
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Butter for grilling (2-3 tbsp)
# Instructions:
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In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and drain any excess fat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, in a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a slice of cheese on top of the bread. Spoon a generous amount of the Sloppy Joe filling over the cheese. Top with another slice of cheese and place the second slice of bread, buttered side up, on top.
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Grill the sandwich for about 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down lightly with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted. Carefully flip the sandwich over and grill the other side until golden brown and crispy.
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Slice the sandwich in half and serve hot. Enjoy with a side of fries or chips for a hearty meal!