Italian Sloppy Joes

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these irresistible Italian Sloppy Joes, a flavorful twist on the classic comfort food! This easy 30-minute recipe combines seasoned ground beef, aromatic vegetables, and rich marinara sauce for a hearty, zesty filling that's oozing with melted mozzarella cheese. Served on golden-toasted sandwich rolls and garnished with fresh parsley, these sloppy joes are packed with bold Italian flavors like oregano, basil, and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for optional heat. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this dish brings a touch of Italian flair to a quick and satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1.5 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 4 pieces sandwich rolls or buns, toasted
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 3

Stir in the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for 1 minute to allow the spices to bloom.

Step 5

Pour in the marinara sauce and stir to coat the beef and vegetables evenly. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 6

While the meat mixture simmers, toast the sandwich rolls or buns under a broiler or in a toaster oven until golden brown.

Step 7

Stir the shredded mozzarella cheese into the meat mixture and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy.

Step 8

Spoon the Italian Sloppy Joe mixture onto the toasted rolls or buns.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1467 grams (1467.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2432

Total Fat 146.90g	188%
Saturated Fat 53.30g	267%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 389mg	130%
Sodium 3647mg	159%
Total Carbohydrate 154.20g	56%
Dietary Fiber 13.60g	49%
Total Sugars 32.40g
Protein 127.00g	254%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1160mg	89%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 1922mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 25.2%