Description
This Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole combines the comforting flavors of a classic sloppy joe with a savory cheddar cornbread topping. It’s a hearty and satisfying dish that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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For the Sloppy Joe Filling:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Cornbread Topping:
- 1 (8.5-ounce) box cornbread mix
- 1 egg
- â…“ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add vegetables and seasonings: Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until softened. Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Layer the casserole: Pour the sloppy joe mixture into a greased baking dish. In a separate bowl, prepare the cornbread mix with the egg, milk, and cheddar cheese. Pour over the meat mixture.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cornbread is golden and cooked through. Let cool before serving.
Notes
- You can use homemade cornbread batter instead of boxed mix if preferred.
- Add a pinch of cayenne to the meat mixture for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
