Cheesy Spaghetti Sloppy Joes
Cheesy Spaghetti Sloppy Joes are a fun twist on the classic Sloppy Joe recipe, combining a hearty meat sauce with spaghetti and plenty of gooey cheese. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a casual gathering with friends.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 pot for boiling spaghetti
- 1 colander
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 cheese grater if using block cheese
- 1 mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and gently combine it with the meat sauce.
- Sprinkle the cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the top of the spaghetti mixture. Cover the skillet and let it cook for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to add other ingredients such as bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor.
You can adjust the cheese types according to your preference; pepper jack cheese adds a spicy kick.
For a healthier version, consider using ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef.