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Healthy Sloppy Joes

Name: Healthy Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil (Source: 1 teaspoon olive oil); 1 pound lean ground beef (I use 96/4 from Trader Joes) (Source: 1 pound lean ground beef (I use 96/4 from Trader Joes)); 1/2 cup diced yellow onion (Source: 1/2 cup diced yellow onion); 1 each medium red pepper (diced) (Source: 1 medium red pepper (diced)); 1 tablespoon minced garlic (Source: 1 tablespoon minced garlic); As Needed salt (Source seasoning: salt and pepper); As Needed Black pepper (Source seasoning: salt and pepper); 1/2 cup no sugar added ketchup (I use Heinz brand) (Source: 1/2 cup no sugar added ketchup (I use Heinz brand)); 1/4 cup sugar free BBQ sauce (I use G Hughes brand) (Source: 1/4 cup sugar free BBQ sauce (I use G Hughes brand)); 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (Source: 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce); 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (Source: 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar); 4 tablespoons water (Source: 2 -4 tablespoons water; upper source range endpoint used for shopping.); 1/2 cup low-fat shredded cheese (I use a Mexican tri-blend) (Source: 1/2 cup low-fat shredded cheese (I use a Mexican tri-blend))

Healthy Sloppy Joes is made with lean ground beef, yellow onion, and red pepper.

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 25 min
Original yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 13 listed

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Estimating…

Main courseAmericanBeefPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 30 minutes or less

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Main course
Primary protein: Beef
Cuisine: American
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less

A few quick notes

1. Check when to cover

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

2. Keep the simmering stage

Follow the simmering heat, timing and finish checks that are given.

3. Prepare the finishing addition

Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.

Get to know the ingredients

lean ground beef (I use 96/4 from Trader Joes)

In the method: Once hot, add the beef to the pan and cook for about 3 minutes until browned, breaking up the meat with a spatula as it cooks.

diced yellow onion

In the method: Add the onions, red pepper and garlic and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until softened.

medium red pepper (diced)

In the method: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Serve with toasted english muffins, lettuce and pickles.

A little more help as you go

Prepare the pan

Follow the pan-heating step before adding its ingredients.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the skillet. Start with this step: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Cover with a lid for 2 minutes until melted.

Is there another preparation step to plan for?

Follow the pan-heating step before adding its ingredients.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: runningtothekitchen.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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