Sloppy Joes

1 Tbs. Olive Oil
 1 pound lean ground turkey or beef
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 6-oz. can tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
4-6 whole wheat hamburger buns
Cheddar cheese (optional)
Sour Cream (optional)

Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and bell pepper. Season with a little salt and pepper.  Cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the meat and cook until browned. Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, oregano, cumin, black pepper, cinnamon, and salt. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 12 minutes. Spoon onto toasted buns and top with cheese or sour cream, if desired.

4-6 servings

(You can add any veggies you have an hand!  Add in carrots, zucchini, mushrooms, spinach and kale, etc. Just saute them with the onions and peppers and proceed with the recipe!)