Description
Sloppy casserole brings hearty comfort straight from Midwestern kitchens, blending savory ground beef with tangy sauce and fluffy dinner rolls. Melted cheese and rich flavors promise a satisfying meal that makes you crave seconds at the family table.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound ground chuck
- 8 ounces pre-shredded Cheddar cheese (about 4 cups)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1½ cups)
- 1 medium-size green bell pepper, diced (about 1 cup)
- 2 small garlic cloves, grated (around 1 teaspoon)
Sauces, Seasonings, and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes (from 1 [14.5-ounce] can)
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 12-ounce package of Hawaiian sweet dinner rolls, each roll split in half
Instructions
- Ignite the oven to a searing 400°F (204°C). In a large oven-proof skillet, warm of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Introduce ground beef and of salt, sautéing and breaking apart the meat until it transforms into a rich, caramelized brown (6-8 minutes). Relocate the cooked beef to a separate plate and dispose of the excess drippings.
- Pour the remaining oil into the skillet and incorporate diced onions, chopped bell peppers, and an additional ½ teaspoon of salt. Allow the vegetables to soften and become translucent (4-5 minutes), then introduce minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds to release its aromatic essence.
- Blend canned tomatoes, ketchup, mustard, sweet pickle relish, Worcestershire sauce, and chili powder into the vegetable mixture. Reintroduce the cooked beef and incorporate the remaining salt. Simmer the concoction for 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Generously sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese across the surface. Artfully arrange dinner rolls atop the mixture, creating an overlapping pattern. Delicately brush the rolls with melted butter to ensure a golden, glossy finish.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until the dinner rolls are thoroughly warmed and the cheese melts into a luxurious blanket (approximately 10 minutes).
Notes
- Elevate this classic comfort dish by choosing high-quality ground beef for richer flavor.
- Customize the spice level by adjusting chili powder or adding a dash of hot sauce for extra kick.
- Layer dinner rolls strategically to ensure even coverage and maximum cheesy goodness.
- Prepare ingredients in advance to streamline cooking process and reduce stress in the kitchen.
- Leftovers taste incredible the next day, making this a perfect meal for busy families and meal preppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg