Grilled Cheese Sloppy Joes
Get ready to elevate your sandwich game with these Gourmet Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese Sandwiches. Combining the classic flavors of a sloppy joe with the gooey goodness of grilled cheese, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or anytime you crave something deliciously indulgent.
Why Should You Make Grilled Cheese Sloppy Joes?
Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese Sandwiches bring together the best of both worlds: the savory, saucy beef filling of a sloppy joe and the melty, cheesy goodness of a grilled cheese. They’re easy to make, incredibly satisfying, and perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying a cozy night in.
What Makes The Rub So Special?
The homemade rub for this recipe adds a depth of flavor to the beef, enhancing its taste with a blend of kosher salt, pepper, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder. It’s the secret ingredient that makes these sandwiches truly special.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 white onion, diced
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 4 ounces tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon BBQ sauce
- Brioche sandwich slices
- Slices of mozzarella cheese
- Slices of gouda cheese
- Butter for toasting
How to Make Grilled Cheese Sloppy Joes:
Prepare the Ingredients: Start by dicing 1/2 of a white onion and mincing 3-4 garlic cloves. Set them aside.
Create the Rub:
In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon each of kosher salt, pepper, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder. Mix well to create the rub.
Cook the Onions:
Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil and the diced onions. Season with a pinch of salt and cook for 4-6 minutes until the onions are soft and translucent. Stir occasionally to prevent them from burning.
Add the Beef:
Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet with the onions. Break up the beef with a spatula or wooden spoon as it cooks to ensure even browning. Cook the beef for about 3-4 minutes until it starts to brown.
Sprinkle the beef with the prepared rub and mix well to ensure even seasoning. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Add Tomato Sauce and Paste:
Once the beef is browned, add 8 ounces of tomato sauce and 4 ounces of tomato paste to the skillet. Stir to combine thoroughly, ensuring that the beef is evenly coated with the tomato mixture. Cook for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Season the Mixture:
Add 1 tablespoon each of ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and BBQ sauce to the skillet. Mix thoroughly to combine all the ingredients. Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat until it thickens to your desired consistency. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Once thickened, remove the mixture from the skillet and place it in a bowl to keep warm.
Assemble the Sandwiches:
Lay out the brioche sandwich slices. On each slice, place a slice of mozzarella cheese and a slice of gouda cheese. Spoon a generous amount of the sloppy joe mixture onto the cheese. 
Top with another slice of gouda cheese, another slice of mozzarella cheese, and the top slice of bread. Repeat this process until all sandwiches are assembled.
Toast the Sandwiches:
Clean the skillet and return it to medium heat. Add a generous amount of butter to the skillet and let it melt. Place each assembled sandwich in the skillet, pressing down lightly to ensure even toasting. 
Toast one side until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Carefully flip the sandwich and toast the other side until golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 2 more minutes. Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for a minute before serving to allow the cheese to set.
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Ingredients
Method
- Dice 1/2 white onion and mince 3-4 garlic cloves. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, pepper, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder to create the rub.
- Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Add avocado oil and diced onions. Season with a pinch of salt and cook for 4-6 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add ground beef to the skillet with onions. Cook for 3-4 minutes, breaking up the beef. Sprinkle with the rub and mix well. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and BBQ sauce. Mix thoroughly and cook until the mixture thickens to your liking, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and place in a bowl to keep warm.
- Lay out brioche sandwich slices. Place a slice of mozzarella cheese and a slice of gouda cheese on each slice. Spoon a generous amount of sloppy joe mixture onto the cheese. Top with another slice of gouda cheese, another slice of mozzarella cheese, and the top slice of bread.
- Clean the skillet and return it to medium heat. Add butter and melt. Place sandwiches in the skillet, pressing down lightly. Toast one side until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip and toast the other side until golden brown and cheese is melted, about 2 more minutes. Remove from skillet.
These Gourmet Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese Sandwiches are a mouthwatering twist on two classic favorites. The savory, saucy beef paired with melty cheese and toasted brioche makes for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or simply treating yourself, these sandwiches are sure to please. If you liked this recipe, you’ll love all my recipes in the link. Check them out for more delicious and easy-to-make dishes!
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