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Fun Turkey Sloppy Joes Gather

Transform your leftover turkey into a fun, kid-friendly dinner that'll disappear faster than you can say "seconds, please!" These messy, delicious sandwiches are perfect for those nights when you want something quick but still totally satisfying. Trust me, the kids will love getting their hands (and
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked turkey finely chopped or shredded
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • ½ cup water or chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 hamburger buns

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the chopped turkey and cook for 2-3 minutes to warm through.
  4. Add ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, water, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your liking.
  6. Toast the hamburger buns if desired, then pile on the turkey mixture and serve immediately. Don't forget the napkins!