Sloppy Joe Loaf

Sloppy Joe Loaf

17JAN

Easy and tasty.  I like to drain the mixture before topping the loaf.  Nobody likes a soggy sandwich. 

3/4 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
14 1/2 oz. can diced tomatoes
2 T brown sugar
2 T white vinegar
1 pound loaf Italian bread
1 1/2 cups shredded nacho-and-taco cheese blend

Brown ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring until beef crumbles; drain and return to skillet.  Add tomatoes, brown sugar, and vinegar; cook, stirring constantly, 3 minutes.

Slice bread in half lengthwise; place on an ungreased baking sheet.  Bake at 425 for 5 minutes or until toasted.  Spread bread halves with meat mixture, and top with cheese.  Bake at 425 for 12 minutes or until cheese melts and loaf is thoroughly heated.  Cut each half into 3 pieces.