1 lb ground beef

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp tomato paste

1/3 cup ketchup

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp brown sugar

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

4 slices garlic Texas toast (frozen or homemade)

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

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Preheat the oven and bake garlic toast according to the package directions until golden and crispy. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking for 4–5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in tomato paste, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Spoon the sloppy joe mixture evenly over each slice of baked garlic toast.
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and broil for 3–5 minutes until melted and lightly golden.
Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.

Add a splash of barbecue sauce or smoked paprika for deeper flavor.

Double the recipe and serve buffet-style for parties.

Always toast the bread until crisp to prevent sogginess.

Store leftover beef mixture in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.