The other day I got this really strong urge for Sloppy Joes.  I turned to old cookbooks and the internet to find a version that fit me best (don't ask me the criteria.  As with all recipe searches, I just knew I'd know when I saw it).  I found this recipe and am wishing I still had some in the fridge for leftovers.  Hubby loved it, kiddos loved it, and yeah.  I was pretty fond myself.  I think the trick to this one is a great BBQ sauce.  I really like using turkey too, it makes it so much less sinful.  Although that being said, ground beef was called for in the original recipe and of course would be a great substitution for the Turkey found in this one.  It's just up to your preference.

TIPS & TRICKS

• Put your remaining Tomato Paste in an ice cube tray in the freezer.  Once frozen, place tomato-cubes into a zip-lock bag and keep frozen for future use.  I hate wasting stuff - and since you don't even use a 1/4 cup of paste in this recipe, it's inevitable that no matter what size of tomato paste can you use, you'll have some extra.

INGREDIENTS

    1.5 tsp Olive Oil
    1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped
    1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
    3 Cloves Garlic, minced
    Salt & Pepper
    2 lbs Ground Turkey
    1 8oz (small) Can Tomato Sauce
    3 Tbs Tomato Paste
    1 Cup BBQ Sauce 
    1 Tbs Worcestershire Sauce
    1 tsp Hot Sauce (optional)
    6 Hamburger Buns
    6 Slices Provalone Cheese (optional)

DIRECTIONS

• Heat oil in large skillet.  Add peppers and garlic and cook until tender.  Season with salt & pepper.
• Add the turkey and cook until done, chopping and stirring with a spoon as you cook.
• Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, BBQ Sauce, Worcestershire Sauce, and hot sauce (if using).  Stir and simmer uncovered until thickened (approx 15 - 20 minutes).
• Serve with toasted hamburger buns and top with a slice of Provalone Cheese (if using).

Recipe Origins: Down Home with the Neelys