Vegetarian Sloppy Joes

Name: Vegetarian Sloppy Joes
Yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 green pepper, chopped; 3 cups (750 mL) cooked brown rice; 2 16 oz (475 mL) cans Mexican style pinto beans; 3/4 cup (175 mL) hickory smoked barbecue sauce; 4 to 6 whole grain buns

Leftover brown rice is a healthy and convenient ingredient to have on-hand for the weeknight dinner rush. With cooked rice, Vegetarian Sloppy Joes can be made in less than 20 minutes and contain a healthy dose of fibre in each serving. Parents will love the ease of this recipe, while kids will enjoy the mess and taste.

Yield

Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Ingredients

1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
3 cups (750 mL) cooked brown rice
2 16 oz (475 mL) cans Mexican style pinto beans
3/4 cup (175 mL) hickory smoked barbecue sauce
4 to 6 whole grain buns

Directions

Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and green pepper; cook 2 to 3 minutes.
Add rice, beans and barbecue sauce. Simmer 10 to 15 minutes, until heated through. Serve on buns.

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