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🍕 Pepperoni Pizza Sloppy Joes: A Fun, Festive Twist on Comfort Food 🎄🍔

These Pepperoni Pizza Sloppy Joes combine the best of both worlds: the hearty satisfaction of a classic Sloppy Joe with the cheesy, savory goodness of pepperoni pizza! This dish is a fantastic, quick holiday meal idea that’s perfect for casual family gatherings or a fun Christmas Eve dinner. Imagine juicy ground beef mixed with rich pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, and bites of pepperoni, all nestled on a soft hamburger bun—comforting, cheesy, and totally delicious! 🍅🧀

Ingredients

For the Sloppy Joes:

    • 1 lb ground beef

    • 1 cup pizza sauce

    • ½ cup diced pepperoni

    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

    • 1 teaspoon onion powder

    • ½ teaspoon dried oregano

    • Salt and pepper, to taste

    • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

    • 4 hamburger buns

For Serving:

    • Additional shredded mozzarella cheese

    • Extra pizza sauce

    • Sliced pepperoni

Instructions

    1. Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until it’s no longer pink. Drain any excess grease.

    1. Add Pizza Flavors: Stir in the pizza sauce, diced pepperoni, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

    1. Combine with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat mixture. Stir until the cheese melts and the mixture is well combined.

    1. Assemble the Sloppy Joes: Spoon the beef mixture onto the bottom halves of the hamburger buns. Top with extra mozzarella, a spoonful of pizza sauce, and a few slices of pepperoni if desired. Place the top half of the bun on each sandwich.

Notes

    • Make it Spicy: Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture for a spicy twist.

    • Holiday Garnish: Use holiday-themed toothpicks to secure the buns or add a sprinkle of fresh basil or parsley for a festive touch.

    • Kid-Friendly Option: Offer a “mini” version using slider buns for easy handling and portion control.

These Pepperoni Pizza Sloppy Joes are the ultimate cozy, festive treat—perfect for Christmas movie nights or a quick family dinner! Enjoy every warm, cheesy bite. 🎄

  • Author: niold.com