Sloppy Joe Casserole (Print Version)
Classic sloppy joe filling made with ground beef, tomato sauce, and brown sugar, topped with cheddar cheese and Red Lobster Cheddar Bay biscuit mix, baked until golden.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Sloppy Joe Filling
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2 lbs ground beef
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1/2 cup diced onion
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1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
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5 to 6 cloves garlic, minced
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2 teaspoons salt, pepper, garlic blend seasoning
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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16 oz tomato sauce
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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4 tablespoons brown sugar
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1/2 cup ketchup
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping the meat)
→ For the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Topping
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11.36 oz box Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix
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1 cup milk (can use water also)
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for biscuit batter)
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2 tablespoons melted butter
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Seasoning packet from the biscuit mix
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 425 degrees.
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Brown the ground beef with the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain the excess grease if needed.
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Season the meat with the salt, pepper, and garlic blend. Add the tomato paste and cook for a couple of minutes, stirring to coat everything.
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Stir in the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and ketchup. Let it simmer for a few minutes to blend all the flavors.
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In a bowl, mix the biscuit mix with the milk (or water) and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese until just combined.
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Spread the sloppy joe mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the meat. Spread the biscuit batter evenly over the cheese layer.
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Bake for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is cooked all the way through and golden brown.
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Mix the melted butter with the seasoning packet from the biscuit mix and brush it all over the hot biscuit topping. Serve hot and enjoy this comfort food classic!
# Notes:
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This is a fun twist on classic sloppy joes - all the flavors in casserole form with a cheesy biscuit topping!
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The Red Lobster biscuit mix comes with a garlic herb seasoning packet - save it for brushing on top at the end.
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You can use water instead of milk in the biscuit batter if that's what you have.
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This is super kid-friendly and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.