PIZZA JOES

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These Italian-style sloppy joes are an easy twist on the classic. The meat can be prepared early and kept warm until it's time to eat. -Joanne Schlabach, Shreve, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 medium onion
1/2 medium green pepper
1 ounce sliced pepperoni
6 hamburger buns, split
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

Steps:

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook beef until no longer pink; drain. Stir in pizza sauce and oregano. , In a food processor, combine the onion, pepper and pepperoni; cover and process until chopped. Add to beef mixture. Simmer 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Spoon mixture onto buns. Top with cheese and mushrooms.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 594mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.