Sloppy Joe Casserole
This Sloppy Joe Casserole delivers all the classic sweet-and-savory Sloppy Joe flavor in an easy, family-friendly baked dinner. Made with ground beef, biscuits or tater tots, and melted cheese, it’s a comforting one-dish meal perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup Sloppy Joe sauce store-bought
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough quartered or 1 bag frozen tater tots
- 1½ –2 cups shredded cheddar or Colby Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Brown beef: Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Make sauce: Stir in Sloppy Joe sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Assemble: Spread biscuit pieces or tater tots evenly in the baking dish. Spoon meat mixture over the top. Sprinkle evenly with cheese.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until bubbly and biscuits are cooked through.
- Rest: Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Drain the beef well to avoid a soggy casserole.
- Baking uncovered helps excess moisture evaporate.
- For extra browning, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end (watch closely).