Description
Marv ’n’ Joe Sandwiches are a deliciously retro open-faced treat featuring melty cheddar cheese, savory ground beef, tangy olives, and zippy seasonings on toasted English muffins. Fast, fun, and perfect for quick weeknight dinners or hearty snacks, these sandwiches are a beloved comfort food classic with irresistible flavor and easy preparation.
Ingredients
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For the Meat Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
For the Cheese Topping
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green olives (or black olives, if preferred)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Assembly
- 6 English muffins, split
- Butter, for spreading
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the oven rack in the upper middle position for best toasting results.
- Cook the Beef and Onions In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is tender, about 6-8 minutes. As the beef cooks, break it up with a spoon. Drain off excess fat.
- Mix the Topping In a large bowl, stir together the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped olives, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, oregano, crushed red pepper (if using), and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Add the cooled beef and onion mixture and stir to combine into a cohesive spread.
- Prepare the English Muffins Arrange the split English muffins, cut side up, on a baking sheet. Lightly butter the cut sides for extra flavor and toastiness.
- Assemble the Sandwiches Spoon a generous portion of the meat and cheese mixture onto each English muffin half, spreading evenly to the edges.
- Bake Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the topping is bubbly and golden, and the edges of the muffins are crisp. For extra browning, you can broil for the last 1-2 minutes—but watch closely!
- Serve Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes. Serve hot as a meal or hearty snack.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef for a lighter version.
- Add chopped bell peppers or mushrooms for extra veggie power.
- The mixture can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days—just assemble and bake when ready.
- Try different cheeses like pepper jack or mozzarella for a fun twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sandwich halves
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
