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Grown-Up Sloppy Joes

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SERVES: 4

COOK TIME: 15 Min

Who says Sloppy Joes are only for kids? We've lightened up the typical kid's meal with fresh vegetables and added a bit of spice for good measure. Your kids will still like it, and so will you!

What You'll Need

1 pound 95% lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 small zucchini, shredded
2 cups light spaghetti sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
8 whole wheat, sandwich thins, split

What to Do

In a large skillet, brown ground beef, onion, and zucchini over medium-high heat 10 to 12 minutes, or until beef is no longer pink and zucchini is tender.
Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in spaghetti sauce, garlic powder, chili powder, and black pepper. Cook an additional 4 to 5 minutes, or until heated through.
Spoon over bottom halves of sandwich thins, cover with tops, and serve immediately.