Sloppy Joes (using TVP)

Incredients

• 1 tbsp of olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 tsp of chili powder
• ½ tsp of garlic powder
• ½ tsp of dry mustard
• 1¾ cup of TVP
• 1½ cup of water
• ¾ cup of ketchup
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• salt and pepper (to taste)
• soft hamburger buns

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, saute the bell pepper and onion in the olive oil until the onion is translucent
2. Stir in the chili powder, garlic, and dry mustard
3. Add the TVP, water, ketchup, and soy sauce; stir the mixture well
4. Cover the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil
5. Reduce the heat (medium-low) and simmer it for 20 minutes (keep it covered)
6. Remove the lid and simmer the mixture for 5 mores minutes, stirring frequently until most of the liquid is evaporated
7. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste
8. Serve hot on toasted buns