Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese (Print Version)

Layers of savory sloppy joe meat and melted cheese sandwiched in golden toasted bread.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
02 - 12 slices American cheese

→ Bakery

03 - 12 slices white sandwich bread

→ Filling

04 - Prepared Sloppy Joe meat mixture (homemade or leftover)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - Spread a generous layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice, coating every corner for a crisp, golden finish.
03 - Place one buttered bread slice, butter side down, onto the skillet. Add one slice of American cheese, followed by approximately one-sixth of the Sloppy Joe meat mixture spread evenly to the edges. Top with another slice of American cheese and finish with a second bread slice, butter side up.
04 - Cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes until the bottom is deeply golden and crisp, pressing gently with a spatula if desired.
05 - Carefully flip the sandwich and continue cooking until the second side achieves a golden crust and the cheese is fully melted.
06 - Transfer the sandwich to a cutting board, let rest for one minute, then slice in half if preferred and serve immediately for optimal melt and texture.
07 - Repeat the assembly and grilling process with remaining bread, cheese, and meat filling to complete all six sandwiches.

# Extra Tips & Details:

01 - To expedite preparation, use a 15-ounce canned Sloppy Joe sauce mixed with 1 pound of ground beef.
02 - Leftover Sloppy Joe filling is excellent for this recipe, allowing you to adjust sandwich quantity based on available meat.
03 - For a lighter variation, substitute ground turkey for the traditional beef.
04 - Opt for sturdier breads like French or Italian to prevent sogginess and enhance texture.
05 - Allow the meat mixture to cool slightly before assembling to ease handling and prevent bread from becoming soggy.
06 - Use softened butter for even spreading and optimal caramelization on the bread surface.
07 - Doubling the cheese layers helps retain filling and increases gooeyness.

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