Low Fat Chili Cheese Sloppy Joes

Several people have asked me for my Low Fat Chili Cheese Sloppy Joes. An old time favorite that has fewer calories and fat then the original my mom use to make. Choosing a lower fat content in your ground beef, draining off the extra fat with a paper towel after cooking can actually lower the calorie and fat content.

Recipe:
8 ounces 95/5 Ground Beef
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 1/2 Cups chopped Red onions
2 ½ divided teaspoons chili powder
4 to 6 garlic cloves pressed
1- 15 ounce can kidney beans, with juices
½ cup drained canned diced tomatoes
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
4 whole wheat bread rolls, toasted in the toaster/toaster oven.
½ cup (packed) grated low fat extra –sharp cheddar cheese

In a medium saucepan add ground beef and half of the chili powder. Cook the ground beef through, breaking up with a spoon, about 5 minutes. Drain juices and transfer ground beef on a plate with a paper towel to help absorb excess juices/fat. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté for 2 minutes, then add remaining chili powder and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute. Add the cooked ground beef and mix together. Add beans with liquid and drained tomatoes. Simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes. Mix in cilantro. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Place toasted rolls on plate and top with chili, cheese, and remaining ½ cup of chopped onions.

Bon Appétit