Texas Taco Joes

I love Sloppy Joes. Like the ones we made not too long ago. But, sometimes you want a new take on an old classic, and this is it.


These are ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick meal after a long day. I found the original recipe on the Kraft website.

Makes: 4 servings
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Printable Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 white onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium jalapeño, seeded, stemmed, minced
• 2 cans (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 3 tablespoons taco seasoning (or one 1 1/4 oz package)
• 4 slices Texas toast
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 cup Mexican-style shredded cheese
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

1. Brown ground beef in a large skillet with the onion, pepper and jalapeño.

2. Add the tomatoes and taco seasoning and simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.

3. Add corn and heat thoroughly. Meanwhile, toast the bread.

4. Serve meat mixture over bread, topped with cheese and cilantro.