Turkey Swiss Sloppy Joes
User Reviews
4.8
-
Prep Time
5 mins
-
Cook Time
20 mins
-
Total Time
25 mins
-
Servings
6 sandwiches (6-8 depending on size)
-
Course
Main Course
-
Cuisine
American
Turkey Swiss Sloppy Joes
Description
Turkey Swiss Sloppy Joes start with ground turkey cooked alongside chopped onion, garlic, thyme, and seasonings until browned. A blend of milk and flour is added to the pan to create a creamy base, which is simmered until thickened. Swiss cheese is stirred in to melt smoothly, and Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce deepen the flavor profile. Served hot on buns or rolls, the mixture forms a hearty and cheesy filling with a balanced, slightly savory taste from the thyme and mustard.
The sauce has a velvety texture lending a different mouthfeel compared to classic tomato-based sloppy joes. Toasting or warming the buns beforehand can help hold the moist filling better. This recipe yields several servings depending on bun size, making it suitable for casual meals.
The recipe notes that if the mixture is to be held before serving or reheated, adding a little extra milk or broth can loosen the sauce as it firms up upon cooling. Ground beef could be substituted for turkey if desired.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ to 2 to 2 pounds ground turkey
- ½ cup onion chopped
- ¼ teaspoon thyme dried
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups milk preferably not skim
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 6 ounces swiss cheese shredded or cubed (about 1 cup)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Bun for serving
- roll for serving
Instructions
- In a large 12-inch nonstick skillet set over medium heat, cook the ground turkey, onion, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper for 6-7 minutes, breaking the meat into small pieces as it cooks, until it is cooked through.
- Drain any excess grease.
- Blend the milk and flour together until smooth (I use a blender, but you could use a whisk as long as you stir like your life depends on it to eliminate any lumps).
- Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the milk mixture to the ground turkey.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for 5-6 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in the cheese until melted. Add the Worcestershire sauce and Dijon and stir to combine.
- Add additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve the meat mixture on buns (lightly warm the buns, if desired).
- The sloppy joe mixture will thicken as it stands and cools, so if you won't be serving it right away (or for reheating the leftovers), consider adding a bit more milk or broth.
Notes
- French bread or fluffy whole wheat rolls are recommended for assembling the sandwiches, but hamburger buns can be used as well.
- Yield depends on the size of buns and how generously the filling is portioned; expect around eight sandwiches using smaller rolls.
- Leftover meat mixture thickens on standing; add a bit more milk or broth when reheating or holding to restore desired consistency.
- Ground beef can replace turkey for a more traditional flavor, though moisture and cooking times may vary.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6sandwiches (6-8 depending on size)
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 287kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 92mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 583mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
You'll Also Love
