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Comforting French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes with Melted Cheese Recipe

Comforting French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes with Melted Cheese Recipe
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This Comforting French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes recipe combines savory caramelized onions, rich ground beef, and melted cheese for a hearty twist on the classic sloppy joe. Perfect for a cozy meal, these sandwiches offer the deep flavor of French onion soup in a convenient handheld format.

Ingredients

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Beef Mixture

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Assembly

  • 4 hamburger buns or sandwich rolls
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Swiss, Gruyère, or Cheddar works well)
  • Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Caramelize Onions: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they are soft and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute to release its aroma.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet with the caramelized onions. Cook thoroughly until browned, breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks. Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and dried thyme, ensuring even flavor distribution.
  3. Simmer Sauce: Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing it to thicken and develop a rich, savory French onion soup flavor.
  4. Assemble Sandwiches: Spoon the beef and onion mixture evenly onto the hamburger buns or rolls. Generously sprinkle the shredded cheese over each sandwich.
  5. Melt Cheese: Place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler for a few minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, watching closely to prevent burning.
  6. Serve: Remove from the broiler and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot with preferred sides such as salads or fries for a complete and satisfying meal.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can use a mix of Swiss and Gruyère cheese for melting.
  • If you prefer less sodium, use low-sodium beef broth and adjust seasoning accordingly.
  • Caramelizing onions slowly over medium heat brings out their natural sweetness and enhances the overall flavor.
  • These sloppy joes can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days, then reheated before serving.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute hamburger buns with gluten-free rolls or lettuce wraps.

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Keywords: French Onion, Sloppy Joes, Ground Beef Sandwich, Comfort Food, Melted Cheese, Easy Dinner

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