Indulge in a touch of French-inspired decadence with "Sloppy Jacques," the sophisticated cousin to the classic Sloppy Joe. This recipe elevates the beloved sandwich with robust ground beef simmered in red wine, beef stock, and Dijon mustard, infused with aromatic thyme and garlic for a rich, savory filling. Tucked between crispy, butter-toasted baguette slices, the tender beef mixture is topped with luscious melted brie cheese for a creamy, indulgent finish. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual get-together, Sloppy Jacques blends comforting familiarity with gourmet flair, delivering a show-stopping sandwich experience that will leave your taste buds craving more. With only 40 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is as easy as it is elegant.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease if needed.
Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it coats the beef evenly, and cook for 2 minutes to develop flavor.
Deglaze the pan with red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Add the beef stock, Dijon mustard, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer on low heat for 8-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken slightly.
While the beef mixture simmers, spread butter on the cut sides of the baguette pieces.
Toast the buttered baguette pieces in a skillet or under a broiler until golden and crispy.
Once the beef mixture is ready, remove it from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
Spoon the beef mixture generously onto the toasted baguette pieces.
Top each sandwich with slices of brie cheese and let it melt slightly before serving. If desired, you can place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler for 1-2 minutes to melt the brie completely.
Serve warm and enjoy your Sloppy Jacques!
Calories |
2532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 154.0 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.5 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 493 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 5492 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.4 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 125.4 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 373 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2273 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.