Simple Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes (Cheesy 30-Minute Dinner)

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
• 1/2 cup (75 g) finely diced yellow onion
• 1/3 cup (50 g) finely diced green bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3/4 cup (180 g) ketchup
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 loaf frozen garlic bread, about 10-12 oz (285-340 g)
• 1 cup (115 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup (55 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or sliced scallions, optional
• Pickle chips or pickled jalapenos, optional for serving