Bacon and Cheese Sloppy Joes
Bacon and Cheese Sloppy Joes are a delicious twist on the classic sloppy joe, combining savory ground beef with crispy bacon and melted sharp cheddar cheese. This hearty dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, served on toasted brioche buns for added flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 8 slices bacon, chopped
- 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
- 6 brioche buns
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chopped bacon for 2-3 minutes until crispy but still bendable. Remove bacon from the pan and drain excess fat, leaving about 2 tablespoons.
- Add chopped onions to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Lower the heat to medium. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart into chunks about the size of a raspberry. Cook until well browned, about 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and beef broth. Mix well and continue cooking until the sauce starts to thicken and become 'sloppy,' about 5-6 minutes.
- Just before serving, add cubed cheddar cheese and cooked bacon crumbles to the skillet. Stir slightly to melt the cheese into the mixture.
- Toast the brioche buns.
- Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the toasted buns. Top with additional bacon if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 979
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1288mg
- Fat: 66g
- Saturated Fat: 31g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 283mg