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Sloppy Joe Casserole

Sloppy Joe casserole topped with melted cheese in a baking dish, served hot.
Warm, cheesy, and packed with flavor — this Sloppy Joe casserole is the ultimate comfort food for weeknight dinners.

Sloppy Joe Casserole

Cheesy, Saucy, and Packed with Comfort—This Sloppy Joe Casserole Is a Weeknight Winner!

If you love the sweet-and-savory flavor of classic sloppy joes, just wait until you try it baked into this cheesy, pasta-packed casserole! This Sloppy Joe Casserole is everything you want in a family-friendly dinner: bold flavor, hearty textures, and gooey melted cheese in every bite. It’s super easy to throw together with simple ingredients, and you can even prep it ahead of time. Comfort food doesn’t get much better than this!


What You’ll Need (Serves 6–8):

  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3 cups cooked pasta (elbow macaroni or penne recommended)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup crushed crackers or French fried onions (optional, for topping)

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