Turkey Joes
A healthy take on a childhood classic
Ingredients
- 2 tsp olive oil, divided use
- 1 lbs raw ground 93% lean turkey breast
- ¾ cup chopped onion
- ¾ cup chopped red bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 cups all-natural tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1½ tsp hot pepper sauce
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 4 slices whole-grain bread or the bun/bread of your choosing
Instructions
- Heat 1 tsp. oil in large skillet over medium heat.
- Add turkey; cook, stirring frequently to break up the turkey, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the turkey is no longer pink.
- Heat remaining 1 tsp. oil in second large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and bell pepper; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes,or until onion is translucent.
- Add garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.
- Add onion mixture, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, and maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add turkey to tomato mixture. Mix well. Reduce heat to medium-low; gently boil, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
- Place a slice of bread on each serving plate. Top evenly with turkey mixture (approx. 1 cup).
Notes
A serving size is about one cup of the meat mixture.