According to the Hunt's brand Manwich Bold Sloppy Joe Sauce cans, their sloppy joe sauce is already high in vegetable content. So that's a good thing. But that doesn't mean that sloppy joes can't be healthier yet. This is my version of the sloppy joe. It is less sloppy than the standard recipe on the sauce can.

Healthier Manwich Bold Sloppy Joes


Ingredients:

2 lbs. Lean Ground Beef (the leaner the healthier)
2 Cans (16 oz.) Manwich Bold Sloppy Joe Sauce
1/2 Cup Minced Carrots
1/2 Cup Minced Celery
1/2 Cup Wheat Germ
Mesquite Grilling Seasoning

Directions:

Brown 2 lbs. lean hamburger in large skillet and strain. Put hamburger back into skillet. Add 2 cans Manwich Bold Sloppy Joe Sauce, 1/2 cup minced carrots, 1/2 cup minced celery, and mesquite grilling seasoning to taste (I use 4 light stripes across the width of the skillet). Mix and simmer for 10 minutes, or until carrots and celery are soft. Serve on your favorite bread or bun.

Makes 8 sloppy joe sandwiches.