BISON SLOPPY JOE

Sloppy Joes are always kid-friendly, and these are no exception. But bison’s rich, slightly sweet flavor will make them favorites with adults, too.

• 1 tbsp canola oil

• 1 lb ground bison

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 15 oz low-sodium small red beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed

• 2 tbsp tomato paste

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 1½ tbsp unsulfured molasses

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp yellow mustard

• 1/4 tsp salt

• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

• 8 whole wheat burger buns

1. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bison and onion and cook for 5 minutes, crumbling the meat as it cooks. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more, stirring occasionally. Stir in the rest of the ingredients, except the buns, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for another 5 minutes.

2. Place a ½-cup scoop of the mixture onto each bun and serve.