Healthy Sloppy Joes

Prep:5 min Cook: 15-20 min Serves: 4 Cost: under $9.00

w/"Franz 100% whole wheat" BBQ buns:
Calories: 350 Fat: 7g Cholesterol: 65mg Sodium: 405mg
w/2 slices "Sara Lee 45 calories & delightful 100% Multigrain" bread:
Calories: 160 Fat: 5.5g Cholesterol: 65mg Sodium: 245mg

Ingredients:

1. 1 lb extra lean ground beef (93-96% beef)
2. 1, 6 oz, can NO-SALT-ADDED tomato paste
3. 1/2 c water
4. 1 Tbs dried, minced onion
5. 1/2 tsp dry mustard
6. 1/4 tsp garlic powder
7. 1/4 tsp chili powder
8. 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
9. 4 whole grain hamburger buns or 8 slices bread, toasted

Directions:

1. Over medium heat break up & brown ground beef, drain grease.
2. Add remaining ingredients, combine thoroughly.
3. Simmer approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasional.
4. Serve with a simple green salad.

Tip: use leftover Sloppy Joe meat for nachos, or bake in a pie crust for a pastry pocket.