Three Bean Sloppy Joe Bake Recipe

This hearty Three Bean Sloppy Joe Bake is a family-friendly favorite, ready in under an hour! A comforting mix of three beans, zesty sloppy joe flavors, and buttery, flaky biscuit topping (or dinner rolls for a quicker option!) makes this the perfect weeknight meal. Skip the biscuits entirely and pour over dinner rolls for a speedy, satisfying supper.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 443.7 kcal
Protein 36g
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Ingredients for Three Bean Sloppy Joe Bake

  • Kidney Beans
  • Black Beans
  • Black Eyed Peas
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup salsa
  • Garlic Clove
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup cold butter (for biscuits only)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (for biscuits only)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder (for biscuits only)
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal (for biscuits only)
  • 3/4 cup milk (for biscuits only)

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How to Make Three Bean Sloppy Joe Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 cup salsa, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and 1/2 cup chopped green onions.
  3. Pour bean mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. **Option 1 (Biscuits):** In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 cup cornmeal, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cut in 1/2 cup cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 3/4 cup milk until a soft dough forms. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the bean mixture.
  5. **Option 2 (Dinner Rolls):** Halve dinner rolls and arrange cut-side up over the bean mixture.
  6. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the bean mixture is bubbly. If using dinner rolls, bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

29g

Carbs

23g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Three Bean Sloppy Joe Bake?

Three Bean Sloppy Joe Bake takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Three Bean Sloppy Joe Bake?

Three Bean Sloppy Joe Bake has approximately 443.7 calories per serving, with about 36 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Three Bean Sloppy Joe Bake?

The key ingredients for Three Bean Sloppy Joe Bake are Kidney Beans, Black Beans, Black Eyed Peas, Tomatoes, Salsa, Garlic Clove. See the full list with measurements above.

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