The Easy Ground Beef Baguette Boats You’ll Want Every Night

Some dinners don’t need fancy ingredients or hours in the kitchen to feel comforting – they just need melted cheese, warm bread, and something hearty in between.

This saucy beef baguette bake checks every box. It’s rich, golden, and bubbling straight from the oven, with crisp edges that give way to soft bread soaked in flavor.

The kind of meal that feels homemade in the best way – simple, satisfying, and just messy enough to make it memorable.

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 can Sloppy Joe sauce (such as Manwich)
1 mini baguette
1 bag (7 ounces) grated Cheddar cheese blend

Cook The Beef And Sauce

Preheat the oven to 375°F, then grab a large skillet and heat it over medium-high.

Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks until it’s evenly browned and seared.

Once the meat is cooked through, stir in a can of tomato sauce, coating each piece of beef in rich, savory flavor.

Let the mixture simmer for a couple of minutes to thicken slightly and absorb the sauce, then set it aside while you prepare the bread.

Build The Baguette Boats

Slice your mini baguettes in half lengthwise, then make a shallow cut across the top to help them hold the filling. Place the halves cut-side up on a foil-lined baking sheet.

Spoon the beef mixture generously over each piece, spreading it evenly to the edges.

Sprinkle a generous layer of grated cheese – mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix of both – on top. The cheese will melt into the sauce and form a golden, gooey crust once baked.

Bake To Perfection

Slide the baking sheet into the oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and browned in spots.

The bread should be crisp on the outside but soft underneath the sauce, creating that perfect balance of crunch and comfort.

Keep an eye on the cheese near the end – you’re aiming for golden and slightly toasted, not burnt.

Serve And Enjoy

Once baked, let the baguette boats rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Serve them warm with a simple green salad for a light contrast, or alongside roasted vegetables for a heartier meal.

Every bite delivers the perfect mix of crisp bread, flavorful beef, and melted cheese – proof that the simplest dishes often end up being the most satisfying.