Prepare Time:
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1lb lean ground beef
- ¼ cup chopped onion
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¾ cup ketchup
- 2 tsp tomato paste
- ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2.5 tsp brown sugar
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 4 slices of Texas Toast
- 1oz shredded cheddar cheese
Directions:
- Brown the ground beef and onion, then drain.
- Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until the mixture thickens.
- Bake Texas toast until golden brown.
- Assemble by topping the toast with the beef mixture and cheese.
Cook Notes: Ensure the beef mixture is not too runny to prevent the toast from becoming soggy.
Variations:
- Add bell peppers or jalapeños for extra flavor and texture.
- Use different types of cheese, like mozzarella or pepper jack, for a different taste.
Keto Version: For a keto-friendly version, serve the beef mixture on a bed of lettuce or low-carb bread alternative.
Low-Carb Version: Use a low-carb bread alternative for the toast and consider reducing the sugar content in the beef mixture.