Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes 
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Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef 
– 1/2 cup diced onions 
– 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper 
– 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce 
– 1/4 cup ketchup
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar 
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt 
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning 
– 1 loaf French bread or 4-6 slices of thick bread 
– 1/4 cup butter, melted 
– 2 teaspoons minced garlic
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 
– Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Preparation 
1. Cook the Beef Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onions, and green bell pepper until the beef is browned and the vegetables are softened. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Reduce the heat and simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
3. Prepare Garlic Bread: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and minced garlic. Spread the garlic butter over the slices of bread or the cut sides of the French bread loaf.
4. Toast the Bread: Place the garlic bread on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the bread is golden and crispy.
5. Assemble Sloppy Joes: Spoon the beef mixture generously onto the toasted garlic bread. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
6. Melt the Cheese: Return the assembled Sloppy Joes to the oven and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. 
7. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, then slice and serve your Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes hot! 
Perfect for a hearty and flavorful meal!