2008 Barbecue Beef Sandwiches

By boandozzy

1 sandwich equals 348 calories, 11 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 56 mg cholesterol, 719 mg sodium, 35 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 27 g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch.

Originally published as Barbecue Beef Sandwiches in Light & Tasty December/January 2008, p12

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 2 celery ribs, sliced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
• 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 6 hamburger buns, split

Details

Servings 6
Cooking time 30mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef, celery and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.

Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Spoon 3/4 cup onto each bun. Yield: 6 servings.