Cheesy Ground Beef Garlic Bread – Easy 20-Minute Family Dinner
Crispy toasted bread layered with seasoned ground beef, garlic butter, and melty cheese—your new go-to comfort meal in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450 g ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 1 small baguette or 4 large bread slices
- 2 tablespoons butter softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup diced red bell pepper optional
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the beef: In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the onions until soft. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2–3 minutes.
- Prepare the bread: Slice the baguette in half, spread with softened butter, and sprinkle with garlic powder.
- Assemble: Spoon the cooked beef over the bread. Top with shredded cheese and diced red bell pepper.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the cheese melts and the bread turns toasty.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- Add heat with crushed red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños.
- Make it creamy by mixing a tablespoon of cream cheese into the beef.
- Try different breads such as ciabatta, Texas toast, or sandwich rolls.
- Add veggies like mushrooms, corn, or spinach for extra flavor.
- Switch up the cheese with provolone, pepper jack, or Monterey Jack.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: For best results, warm in the oven or air fryer until crispy.
- Freezer: Freeze assembled (unbaked) pieces for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen at 375°F until heated through.