Not-so-Sloppy Joes

A summertime switch from the traditional hamburger!

Real prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4 adults
Side dish suggestions: corn on the cob, cantaloupe

Supplies:
• Large skillet
• Toaster

From the freezer:
• 1# ground beef or ground turkey

From the pantry:
• 1 can tomato paste (6 oz)
• 1 tbl chili powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tbl cooking oil

Fresh:
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• ½ yellow onion, diced
• ½ c sour cream, optional
• ½ c shredded cheese, optional
• Toasted buns

Preparation:
1. Heat large skillet to medium with cooking oil, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Stir often, cooking for 3 minutes or until vegetables begin to soften.
2. Add ground meat and cook until no pink remains. Drain off grease.
3. Turn heat to low. Add spices and tomato paste, stir well.
4. Serve on toasted buns topped with sour cream and cheese, if you wish.

From Real Simple’s Great Food Fast
*If you add the corn to the water when you add the meat, everything should turn out on time.