Sloppy Garden Joes

Ingredients, directions and serving information for Sloppy Garden Joes.

• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, chopped or shredded
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 1 pound 85% lean ground turkey
• 1 can (8 ounces) low-sodium tomato sauce
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) whole tomatoes, crushed
• 4 cans (2 ounces each) mushrooms, drained
• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
• 6 whole wheat buns, split in half to make 12

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Sauté onions, carrots, green pepper, and ground turkey or chicken in a large pan over medium heat for 5 minutes.
3. Add tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, mushrooms, barbecue sauce, and bring to boil.
4. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Uncover and cook for an additional 3 minutes or until thick.
6. Serve open-faced on toasted or plain whole-wheat buns.
7. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.