Apple-Tarragon Turkey Sloppy Joes

A more wholesome version of the ever-popular sloppy joe using ground turkey instead of ground beef. You'll get sweetness from the apples, a subtle hint of anise from the tarragon, and a burst of aromatic flavor from the cloves. Be adventuresome, step outside the box, and give it a try! Serve on butter-toasted hamburger buns.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 184 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• ¾ cup chopped onion
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• ⅓ cup water, or more as needed
• ¾ cup chopped red bell pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1 ¼ cups ketchup
• ½ cup diced peeled Granny Smith apple
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon leaves

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place ground turkey, onion, bell pepper, and apple into a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until turkey is browned and crumbly, 7 to 9 minutes.

Step 2

Stir ketchup, water, Dijon mustard, cider vinegar, sugar, tarragon, salt, and cloves into the skillet. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, adding a little more water if mixture gets a bit thick.