Zesty Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Zesty Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons Mazola Corn Oil; 3 cloves garlic minced; 1 onion medium, chopped; 1 green bell pepper medium, chopped; 1 cup carrots shredded OR chopped; 1 cup mushrooms sliced; 1 cup frozen corn; 2 cans tomato sauce 15 ounces each no salt added; 2 tablespoons tomato paste no added salt; 1 teaspoon Spice Islands(R) Ground Cumin; 1 teaspoon Spice Islands Ground Mustard; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon molasses; 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce; Spice Islands Medium Grind Black Pepper To taste; 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce use 1/2 for mild or 1 for spicy, optional; 1 pound ground turkey breast 98% lean; 15 ounces black beans rinsed and drained; 12 whole wheat hamburger buns

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons Mazola Corn Oil
3 cloves garlic minced
1 onion medium, chopped
1 green bell pepper medium, chopped
1 cup carrots shredded OR chopped
1 cup mushrooms sliced
1 cup frozen corn
2 cans tomato sauce 15 ounces each no salt added
2 tablespoons tomato paste no added salt
1 teaspoon Spice Islands(R) Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon Spice Islands Ground Mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon molasses
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
Spice Islands Medium Grind Black Pepper To taste
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce use 1/2 for mild or 1 for spicy, optional
1 pound ground turkey breast 98% lean
15 ounces black beans rinsed and drained
12 whole wheat hamburger buns

1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add garlic, onion, bell pepper, carrots, mushrooms and corn.
3
Saute for 5 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender and onions are translucent.
4
Remove from heat and set aside.
5
Stir together tomato sauce, tomato paste, cumin, mustard, vinegar, molasses, Whrcestershire sauce, black pepper and chipotle if desired, in a large bowl.
6
Add ground turkey to slow cooker, breaking up into smaller pieces with a large spoon or spatula.
7
Add sauteed vegetables, tomato mixutre and black beans; stir to combine.
8
Cover and cook 4 hours on HIGH or 8 hours on LOW.
9
To serve, scoop a 1/2 cup portion on to a sliced bun.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons Mazola Corn Oil, 3 cloves garlic minced, 1 onion medium, chopped, 1 green bell pepper medium, chopped, and more.

Yes, Zesty Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Zesty Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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