(NC)-Sloppy Joes are a kid-approved meal. So quick and easy to prepare, kids can help set the table while the beef simmers, and the meal will be a family treat.
Ingredients:
1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
1/3 cup (75 mL) chopped green pepper
1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef
1 1/2 cup (375 mL) Heinz Tomato Ketchup
1 tbsp (15 mL) Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce
2 tbsp (30 mL) brown sugar
1/4 tsp (1 mL) each salt and pepper
8 sandwich buns
Preparation:
Heat oil in a large frying pan set over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and green pepper for 5 minutes.
Add beef to the pan. Cook, stirring until browned, about 5 to 10 minutes. Drain off fat.
Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Serve on sandwich buns. Makes 8 servings.
Twists:
Twist 1 For burger-appeal, jazz-up Sloppy Joes with additional toppings such as shredded lettuce, chopped tomato, grated cheese, sour cream or ranch dressin
Twist 2 For a meat variation, use lean ground chicken or pork instead of beef.
Twist 3 For a Veggie-boosted Joe, stir in 1 cup (250 mL) each shredded carrot and chopped mushrooms.
Twist 4 For a high fibre alternative, try whole wheat pitas or rolls instead of sandwich buns.
Twist 5 For a chunkier Joe, use Heinz Chili Sauce, Chunky with Sweet Peppers instead of ketchup.
Nutritional Information:
Per Serving: (with bun) 332 calories, 11 g fat, 17 g protein, 41 g carbs, 738 mg sodium.
Excellent source vitamin B12 and zinc.
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