ROOT BEER SLOPPY JOES

Root Beer Sloppy Joes image

Provided by yogiclarebear

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb ground sirloin
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup root beer
2/3 cup tomato sauce
diced green chilis, to taste (1 to 3 Tbsp)
1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup minced scallion
4 whole-wheat hamburger buns

Steps:

Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté 1 minute, just until fragrant.
Add the beef and sauté, breaking up gently, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chili powder, salt, and pepper Add the root beer, tomato sauce, green chilies (if using), and Worcestershire sauce.
Bring to a lively simmer and cook about 15 minutes, stirring often, until thickened. Stir in the scallions. Pile onto rolls or buns. Serve with sweet-potato chips and prepared coleslaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.9, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 76, Sodium 999, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 12, Protein 26.8