Step 1

Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium sized bowl, add the cornbread mix, 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese, milk, egg, and canned corn. Stir until well combined.

Step 3

Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake for 15 minutes or until just set.

Step 4

Dice the onion and pepper and add to a large skillet with the butter. Cook until softened.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook through. Drain the fat.

Step 6

Add all but 1/2 cup of the sloppy joe sauce to the pan with the meat to warm.

Step 7

Remove the cornbread from the oven and use a fork to prick holes over the cornbread. Pour the remaining 1/2 cup of the sloppy joe sauce over the cornbread.

Step 8

Spoon the meat and sauce over the baked cornbread and top with the remaining cheese. Return to the oven for 15 minutes.

Step 9

Top with the green onions before serving.