Maple Barbecue Sloppy Joe Bowls

Yield: 6

Author: Serena Strasburger

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Maple Barbecue Sloppy Joe Bowl

These Maple Barbecue Sloppy Joes Bowls turn a classic family favorite into a hearty, feel-good dinner. Sweet and smoky barbecue bison is paired with crispy tallow-roasted sweet potatoes and steamed broccoli for an easy, satisfying meal the whole family can enjoy.

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 45 MinTotal time: 1 Hour

Ingredients

For the maple barbecue bison

• 2 lb ground bison
• 1 1/2 cups of ketchup
• 2 Tbsp tomato paste
• 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 Tbsp Maple syrup
• 1 Tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt

For the roasted sweet potatoes

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes
• 1-2Tbsp beef tallow, melted
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp salt

For the bowls

• About 4 cups broccoli florets, steamed.
• Optional fresh parsley for serving.

Instructions

1. Roast the sweet potatoes. Preheat oven to 400. Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with the melted beef tallow, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Spread in a single layer on a large sheet pan.
2. Roast for about 30-45 minute, tossing about halfway through, until browned and crispy around the edges.
3. Make the sloppy joes. While the potatoes roast, brown the bison in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks.
4. Whisk together the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire, maple syrup, mustard, balsamic vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Pour over the cooked bison and stir well.
5. Simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thick and glossy.
6. Steam the broccoli until tender to your liking.
7. Divide the crispy sweet potatoes, steamed broccoli, and maple barbecue, bison among bowls. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.

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