Description
This Sloppy Joe Crescent Bake combines the classic flavors of sloppy joes in a convenient casserole form, topped with a layer of gooey cheddar cheese and baked until bubbly. It’s an easy and satisfying family dinner that’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 (8-ounce) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the beef mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until browned. Add garlic, ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Assemble the bake: Unroll the crescent dough in the baking dish. Spoon the beef mixture over the dough, top with cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly. Let cool before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken.
- Add bell peppers or mushrooms for extra veggies.
- Serve with a side salad or pickles for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
