Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

Ground Turkey

0.5 unit

Green Bell Pepper

diced

1 unit

Celery Stalk

diced fine

2 tsp

Minced Garlic

1 unit

Onion

chopped

14.5 oz

Diced Tomatoes

8 oz

Tomato Sauce

3 oz

Tomato Paste

1 tbsp

Worcestershire Sauce

1 pinch

Sugar

2 tsp

Cumin

2 tsp

Chili Powder

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Black Pepper

2 tbsp

Olive Oil

2 unit

Jiffy Corn Bread Mix

1 unit

Eggs

1 cup

Milk

0.25 cup

Diced Green Chilis

2 cup

Pepper Jack Cheese

shredded

3 unit

Scallions

diced

Step 1
~5 min

Prepare all vegetables by chopping celery, green pepper, and onion.

Step 2
~5 min

Sauté chopped vegetables in olive oil in a large, deep pan over medium heat until slightly softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3
~5 min

Add ground turkey to the pan and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.

Step 4
~5 min

Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 5
~5 min

Simmer the sloppy joe mix for 30-40 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.

Step 6
~5 min

While the sloppy joe mix is simmering, prepare the cornbread.

Step 7
~5 min

Prepare the cornbread batter according to the package directions or recipe, adding diced green chilis, chili powder, cumin, and 1 cup of pepper jack cheese.

Step 8
~5 min

Pour the cornbread batter into a greased or parchment-lined 9x9 inch square pan.

Step 9
~5 min

Bake the cornbread according to the directions until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10
~5 min

Let the cornbread cool slightly before slicing.

Step 11
~5 min

Slice a piece of cornbread and then slice it in half horizontally to create an open-faced sandwich base.

Step 12
~5 min

Top each cornbread half with a generous portion of the sloppy joe mix.

Step 13
~5 min

Garnish with the remaining pepper jack cheese and diced scallions.

Step 14
~5 min

Serve immediately with a side of Mexican coleslaw.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.

Adjust the amount of chili powder to your spice preference.

Use a cast-iron skillet for baking the cornbread for a crispier crust.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sloppy joe mix can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Moderate
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Mexican coleslaw or a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican coleslaw
Side salad with lime vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American Southwest

Cultural Significance

A fusion of American and Mexican flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual gatherings
Game day

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering
Game Day

Popularity Score

65/100

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