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Sloppy Joes
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Reinvent traditional sloppy joes with this healthier, flavor-packed version featuring protein-rich beans and fresh vegetables. The complex sauce blends molasses, vinegar and Worcestershire for exceptional depth without excessive sweetness. Jalapeño adds gentle heat while red pepper contributes sweet crunch and vibrant color. Served on whole wheat buns, this modern interpretation delivers better nutrition without sacrificing the nostalgic comfort food appeal that makes sloppy joes a perennial favorite.
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Ingredients
1 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño, minced
1 red pepper, diced
1 can small red beans or pinto beans, preferably low sodium drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 tablespoons tomato paste

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1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon molasses
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon mustard powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
8 whole-wheat burger buns

Directions
Brown the meat and the onion in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, breaking up the meat into crumbles as it cooks.
Pour the drippings out of the pan and discard.
Add the garlic, jalapeño, and red pepper and cook 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the rest of the ingredients, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes more.
Place a half-cup scoop of the mixture onto each bun and serve.
Servings
Yield: 8 servings
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (1 sandwich): Calories: 240; Total Fat: 7g (Saturated Fat: 2.5g); Cholesterol: 35mg; Sodium: 520mg; Total Carbohydrates: 30g (Dietary Fiber: 5g, Sugars: 8g); Protein: 18g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Carol Jancsi 🔑 Keywords: sandwich, beef, ground beef
🗂️ Categories: 🥩 Beef
📚 Cookbooks: Cooking With "Cow" (Carol Jancsi), From The Ferguson Family, The TFR Cookbook
Sloppy Joes was added on June 27, 2015 and last updated on June 01, 2025.
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