Sloppy Joe Squares

Sloppy Joe square being lifted from the pan, showing a golden, sesame-seed topped crescent roll crust and a thick, saucy beef filling.

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Sloppy Joe Squares are made with a flavorful, from-scratch filling, layered with cheese and baked between flaky crescent roll dough. This fun casserole is guaranteed to be a hit for family dinners and potlucks.

Prep Time30

Cook Time15

Total Time45

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 521kcal

Author: Valerie Brunmeier

Ingredients

2 pounds 90% lean ground beef
1 small yellow onion diced
1 small green bell pepper seeded and diced
16 ounces tomato sauce
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning or a store-bought Cajun or Creole Seasoning blend
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust amount as needed
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
16 ounces refrigerated crescent roll dough 2 (8 ounce) packages
1 cup shredded cheddar/jack cheese
1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

In a large skillet over MEDIUM heat, cook the ground beef, onions, and bell pepper until the meat crumbles and no pink remains. Drain well and return the skillet to heat.
Add the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire, mustard, brown sugar, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and reduce heat to LOW. Simmer 20 minutes, stirring frequently.
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F and spray a 13- x 9-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray. Press one sheet of the crescent roll dough into the prepared pan, pressing with your fingers to cover the bottom of the pan. Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture on top of the dough in pan and sprinkle evenly with the cheese. Carefully place the 2nd sheet of crescent roll dough on top of the cheese, lightly pressing the seams together and pulling the dough out to the edges of the pan. Brush the top of the dough with milk and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake, uncovered, for 13 to 15 minutes until nicely golden brown. Slice and serve.

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Notes

Storage: Refrigerate leftover Sloppy Joe Squares in an airtight container for up to 3 to 4 days.

Reheating: Reheat individual portions in the microwave until warmed through, or place them in a 350 degree F oven, covered loosely with foil, until hot.

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