There aren't many who don't love sloppy joes! Trim 'em up, make 'em healthy with lean meat and healthful vegetables and herbs!

Ingredients:
1-1/2 pounds lean ground round
1 onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 cup water
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute the ground beef for 5 minutes. Add the onion and red bell pepper; saute for 5 more minutes, or until onion is tender. Drain the fat.
Mix in tomato paste and water, stirring until paste is dissolved. Stir in garlic, chili powder, paprika, cumin, vinegar, brown sugar, oregano, salt and pepper. Continue to heat for 5 to 10 minutes, or until mixture is thick and stewy.

Recipe makes 8 servings.

Nutritional Information: Calories 317, Protein 16g, Total Fat 23g, Sodium 385mg, Cholesterol 72mg, Carbohydrates 13g, Fiber 2g

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