Sloppy Joes

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp canola oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 green bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, finely chopped
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• Hamburger buns

Preparation:

1. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
2. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until it is not longer pink, 6 to 8 minutes.
3. Stir the tomato sauce, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce into the beef mixture in the skillet. Simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally, 6 to 8 minutes.
4. Season the mixture with more salt and pepper, as desired. Spoon onto the buns and serve immediately.

Planning Ahead:

• Sloppy Joe mixture keeps in the freezer for up to three months. Freeze individual portions, then defrost as needed.

Courtesy of Great Food Fast by Martha Stewart