What is the difference between sloppy joes and sloppy jane?

Sloppy Joes are typically made with ground beef in a sweet and tangy tomato-based sauce served on a hamburger bun. Sloppy Janes use ground turkey or chicken as a lighter alternative but follow the same flavor profile. The substitution makes the dish lower in fat while still maintaining the classic saucy texture.

What is in cowboy casserole?

Cowboy casserole usually includes ground beef, corn, beans, cheese, and a tomato-based sauce baked together. It often features a cornbread or mashed potato topping. The flavors are hearty and slightly smoky, making it a popular comfort food for family dinners.

What is a NJ style sloppy joe?

A New Jersey style Sloppy Joe is different from the traditional version. It consists of thinly sliced deli meats, Swiss cheese, coleslaw, and Russian dressing, usually served on a soft sandwich roll. The flavor is tangy and layered rather than the saucy ground beef typical of the classic Sloppy Joe.

How do you make old fashioned sloppy joes?

Old fashioned Sloppy Joes are made by browning ground beef with diced onions and sometimes bell peppers, then simmering it in a tomato-based sauce with ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Serve them on hamburger buns for the classic messy, saucy sandwich experience.

Sloppy Joe Casserole Cheesy Family Dinner Recipe

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Try this Sloppy Joe Casserole packed with cheesy beef and cornbread. Perfect for family dinners and easy weeknight meals. Learn how today.

Ingredients

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1 box cornbread mix (8.5 ounces)
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
⅓ cup whole milk
1 large egg
1 can cream-style sweet corn (14.75 ounces)
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup diced onion
1 large green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
1 can sloppy joe sauce (24 ounces, divided)
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
In a bowl, mix cornbread mix, cheddar cheese, milk, egg, and cream-style corn until smooth.
Pour into prepared dish and bake for 15 minutes until slightly set.
In a skillet, melt butter and sauté onion and bell pepper for 2–3 minutes.
Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess grease.
Stir in half of the sloppy joe sauce and cook until hot and thickened.
Remove cornbread from oven, poke holes with a fork, and pour remaining sauce over top.
Spread beef mixture evenly, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and bake 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

You can use homemade sloppy joe sauce instead of canned. For extra flavor, add jalapeños or switch the cheese to pepper jack or mozzarella.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 480
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 890mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 105mg