Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese

This Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese combines buttery toasted bread, gooey cheddar cheese, and hearty sloppy joe filling for the ultimate 10-minute comfort food meal.

Prep Time4

Cook Time6

Total Time10

Calories: 412kcal

Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

2 slices thick cut sandwich bread
2 tablespoons butter
2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup prepared sloppy joe sauce with meat warm

Instructions

Butter one side of each slice of bread. Heat a dry nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Place one slice of bread in the skillet, butter-side down.
Top with one slice of cheddar cheese, the warm sloppy joe mixture, and the remaining slice of cheddar cheese.
Place the second slice of bread on top, butter-side up. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown.
Carefully flip the sandwich with a spatula.
Gently press down and continue cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes until the bread is crisp, golden brown, and the cheese is completely melted. Slice in half and serve immediately.

Notes

Warm the sloppy joe filling: Hot filling helps the cheese melt quickly and keeps the sandwich evenly heated.
Cook over medium heat: A moderate temperature allows the bread to become perfectly golden while giving the cheese enough time to melt without burning.
Don't overfill the sandwich: Too much sloppy joe mixture can make the sandwich difficult to flip and cause the filling to spill out.
Use freshly shredded or quality sliced cheese: It melts more smoothly and creates the best gooey texture.
Serve immediately: Grilled cheese is always at its crispiest and cheesiest right off the skillet.

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