Try this healthy version of the classic family favorite that uses textured soy protein.

Soy Sloppy Joes

1 cup boiling water
1 tablespoon + ¼ cup bottled chili sauce
1 cup dry textured soy protein
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped zucchini
½ cup chopped bell pepper
8-ounce can tomato sauce
½ teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
6 hamburger buns

Combine the boiling water and 1 tablespoon chili sauce, and pour them over the TSP to rehydrate it. Set aside.

Sauté the onion, zucchini and bell pepper in a non-stick pan until tender (Add a little water if necessary to prevent sticking). Add the re-hydrated TSP and cook, stirring, for another minute.

Stir in the tomato sauce, ¼ cup chili sauce, chili powder, Worcestershire and vinegar. Simmer for 5 minutes. Serve on hamburger buns. Serves 6.

Source: Simply Soy, A Variety of Choices cookbook, Virginia Soybean Association