Open Face Mexican Sloppy Joes over Cornbread

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 1
Open Face Mexican Sloppy Joes over Cornbread
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup green pepper , diced
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 celery rib , diced
1 small onion , diced
14 1/2 ounces diced Mexican tomatoes
8 ounces tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch sugar
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
salt
pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil to saute the vegetables and turkey
1 cup monterey jack cheese
3 scallions , fine chopped
2 boxes Jiffy cornbread mix ( or your favorite mix along with eggs and milk according to directions )
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 cup diced green chilis
1 cup monterey jack cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
542
Sugar
12g
Fat
28g
Open Face Mexican Sloppy Joes over Cornbread is a fusion dish that takes the classic American sloppy joe and adds a Mexican twist with the addition of cumin, chili powder, and diced Mexican tomatoes. Cornbread is used instead of traditional hamburger buns, which adds a delicious and unique flavor to the dish. This recipe is perfect for when you're looking for something that is easy to make but still packed with flavor. It is sure to become a family favorite and a dish that you'll want to make again and again.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven at 375° F. Grease with cooking spray a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2.In a skillet, saute the green pepper, onion, celery, and garlic with two teaspoons olive oil for 5 minutes over medium-high heat.
3.Add the ground turkey and cook until brown.
4.Add Mexican diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, chili powder, sugar, salt, and pepper. Lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
5.Pour the sloppy joe mixture over the cornbread.
6.Top the sloppy joe mixture with 1 cup of shredded Monterey jack cheese, diced green chilis, and scallions.
7.Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8.Cut into squares and serve immediately.

PROS

Open Face Mexican Sloppy Joes over Cornbread is a hearty and delicious dish that is easy to make.
The combination of savory ground turkey mixed with Mexican spices and topped with melted cheese is irresistible.
The cornbread base gives the dish a slightly sweet flavor that complements the savory filling perfectly.

CONS

The dish is relatively high in calories and fat due to the cheese and cornbread.
It is best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The sloppy joe mixture may be too spicy for some palates, so adjust the amount of chili powder according to taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The dish provides a good source of lean protein thanks to the ground turkey. Cumin, chili powder, and garlic offer an abundance of health benefits, including reducing inflammation and improving digestion. The cheese provides calcium for strong bones, but it should be consumed in moderation due to its high fat content.

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