In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and cooked. Add the diced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the cooked meat. Sauté for about 10 minutes.

Add in the ketchup, tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir.

Allow the Sloppy Joe mixture to simmer over low heat for about 5-7 minutes,

Prepare the toast while the meat mixture is simmering.

Spread butter on 8 slices of thick bread (for open face sloppy joe’s).

You can either broil in the oven or toast on the stovetop, but placing the buttered side down on a skillet or griddle. Toast them until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining slices.

To add cheese, add a layer of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the Sloppy Joe filling before assembling the sandwich. Sprinkle lightly with dried parsley. Broil for a minute or two until the cheese melts.

Assemble the buns or bread (either open face or 2-sided) with the meat.

Pair with a side of coleslaw, pickles, or your favorite chips for a delicious and satisfying meal.