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Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole combines the classic flavors of Sloppy Joes with a comforting cornbread topping. It’s a hearty and satisfying dish that the whole family will love.


Ingredients

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Main Dish:

    • cooking spray
    • 2 pounds ground chuck
    • 2 cups finely chopped yellow onion
    • 1 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
    • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
    • 2 cups beef broth
    • 1 1/2 cups ketchup
    • 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
    • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
    • 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Cornbread Topping:

  • 2 (8.5 ounce) packages corn muffin mix (such as Jiffy)
  • 2/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Cook the Meat: In a large skillet, cook the ground chuck, onion, and bell pepper until the meat is browned and the vegetables are tender. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Add Flavors: Stir in the tomato paste, beef broth, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Make the Cornbread Topping: In a bowl, combine the corn muffin mix, milk, baking powder, and eggs until just combined.
  5. Assemble and Bake: Pour the meat mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spoon the cornbread batter over the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cornbread is golden brown.
  6. Serve: Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can customize this casserole by adding your favorite toppings like cheese, jalapenos, or green onions.
  • This dish reheats well, making it perfect for leftovers.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg