Instructions:
1. In a large skillet or frying pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
2. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the ground beef and vegetables. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
5. While the sloppy joe filling is simmering, prepare the Texas Toast according to the package instructions. Typically, you’ll need to toast the bread slices in a toaster or on a baking sheet in the oven until they are golden brown and crispy.
6. Once the Texas Toast is toasted, spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice.
7. Spoon a generous amount of the sloppy joe filling onto one slice of the Texas Toast, and then place another slice of Texas Toast, buttered side down, on top to create a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining bread slices and filling.
8. Optional: If desired, you can warm the assembled sandwiches in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes to heat through and melt any cheese you might want to add.
9. Serve the Texas Toast Sloppy Joes hot and enjoy!
This recipe is a delicious way to enjoy the classic sloppy joe flavors with a Texas twist. Feel free to customize it by adding cheese, pickles, or any other toppings you prefer.
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