Description
This Sloppy Joe Casserole is a delicious, comforting dish that combines savory ground beef with a rich tomato sauce, topped with fluffy biscuit dough and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this casserole offers all the flavors of classic Sloppy Joes in a convenient baked format.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 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
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Topping
- 1 can (8 ounces) refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper, cooking for about 4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook the beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain any excess grease to keep the mixture from becoming too oily.
- Add sauce ingredients: Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly and allow the flavors to meld.
- Incorporate cheese: Mix in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the beef mixture until well combined. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Prepare casserole dish: Pour the beef mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Add biscuit topping: Separate and arrange the refrigerated biscuit dough evenly over the beef mixture. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the biscuits for a cheesy crust.
- Bake the casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
- Rest and serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter or vegetarian-friendly option.
- For a spicier casserole, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture while cooking.
- Incorporate a can of drained corn into the mixture for added texture and sweetness.
