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Simply Organic Seasoning Mix Sloppy Joe -- 1.4 oz


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Simply Organic Seasoning Mix Sloppy Joe Description

  • 3 Steps | 10 Prep Time | 8 Servings
  • USDA Organic
  • Certified Gluten Free
  • Vegan

Use this mix to create an American classic. This blend of spices includes onion, chili pepper, garlic, and everything else to put the “deliciously sloppy” in your sloppy joes.

  • Simply Organic Sloppy Joe Seasoning has a tangy and robust flavor for unmistakable sloppy joes. This combination of spices is your meat (or soy product)’s new best friend, and one packet is good for eight scrumptiously-sized sandwiches.
  • Simply Organic Sloppy Joe Seasoning is 100% kosher certified and organic. The spices are mixed carefully to allow its flavor to meld effectively and proportionally.
  • Simply Organic believes in pure and potent flavor grown at the source. All of our products are grown and processed without the use of toxic pesticides, irradiation, or GMOs.
  • Simply Organic® is a 100% certified organic line of spices, seasoning mixes, and baking flavors. Our pure, potent spices, seasonings and extracts bring real bite to everything you make, eat and share. Our goal, through our Simply Organic Giving Fund, is to help the millions of food insecure by not only providing funds and support to make organic food more accessible, but also in developing the next generation of leaders in sustainable and socially just organic agriculture.


Directions

You Will Need

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (Or for Vegetarian sloppy joes use a meat substitute!)
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 1- 6oz can tomato paste
  • 8 sandwich buns
  1. In a large skillet, cook ground meat and onions on high heat until meat is thoroughly cooked and onions are soft, drain and return to skillet. 
  2. Mix packet contents with 1 cup warm water in a boil, stirring until completely dissolved. Add tomato paste, mix well, and add to cooked meat/onion mixture. 
  3. Simmer for 5 minutes or until desired thickness is reached.

Makes 8 sandwiches.

Free Of
Gluten

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.


Nutrient Facts
Serving Size: 1 Teaspoon (5 g)
Servings per Container: 8
Amount Per Serving% Daily Value
Calories15
  Calories from Fat0
Total Fat0 g0%
  Saturated Fat0 g0%
  Trans Fat0 g*
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium300 mg13%
Total Carbohydrate3 g1%
  Dietary Fiber0 g0%
  Sugars1 g*
Protein0 g*
Vitamin A04%
Vitamin C0%
Calcium0%
Iron0%
*Daily value not established.
Other Ingredients: Organic maltodextrin, sea salt, organic onion, organic chili pepper, organic garlic, organic potato starch,organic cane sugar, organic paprika, organic tamari powder (organic soybeans, organic maltodextrin, salt), organic black pepper, organic rice concentrate, organic cumin, citric acid.
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Who doesn’t love the idea of someone – or something – cooking for you? The problem is most households can’t put a personal chef on payroll. That’s why millions of people rely on their trusty slow cookers or Instant Pots to get them through a week’s worth of meal prepping.

These appliances can save you time, stress and money, but the benefits don’t stop there. With these handy meal-prep tips, you can get even more out of your slow-cooking sous chef.

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Instant Pot vs. Crock-Pot: What’s the Difference?

Before diving into the meal-prep hacks, it’s important to understand how Instant Pots and slow cookers operate. There’s no arguing that both are helpful additions to any kitchen, but they do function differently.

An Instant Pot is an electric pressure cooker that can speed up cooking by two to six times using up to 70 percent less energy, compared to slow cookers. It also has a range of different cook programs, including those for stewing, making yogurt or cooking poultry.

A Crock-Pot, on the other hand, usually comes with only a couple settings: low and high. That’s because Crock-Pots use a constant temperature to slowly heat food. In a slow cooker like this, meals can take 30 minutes to 20 hours to prepare.

The slow-cooking process is ideal for certain foods, such as soups. Meanwhile, Instant Pots are great for last-minute dinners. No matter which one you choose, though, the following tips will ensure you make the most of your meal prep.

How to Use a Slow Cooker and Instant Pot For Easy Meal Prep

1. Freeze for the future

Heat and eat: That’s the beauty of frozen, ready-made meals. Unfortunately, frozen foods are often pumped with sodium and require a zap in the microwave. Thankfully, you can skip all that with the help of your slow cooker or Instant Pot.

How? During the weekend, set aside time to chop and assemble ingredients that come together to make a meal. Instead of actually making the meals, though, you’ll organize each group of ingredients in freezer-safe containers.

Label the containers by recipe name and note the day of the week you plan to prepare that meal. This significantly streamlines your prep time during the week, so all you have to do is take food out of the freezer and toss it in your slow cooker or Instant Pot.

2. Batch-cook protein

Sometimes, you plan for pizza on Friday, but then lose your craving by the end of the week. But with a batch of protein at the ready, you can whip up any meal you want in less than 30 minutes.

How? Cook beans, chickpeas or lentils for an instant taco bar or to top salads, or marinate and scramble tofu for a plant-based breakfast in a pinch. You can choose to prepare one batch of protein to use in multiple dishes throughout the week, or cook a bunch of proteins to give your taste buds a little variety.

3. Speed up breakfast

Once you’re done batch-cooking protein, try the same tactic for your breakfast. After all, mornings are when you’re the tightest on time. Between dressing the kids, packing lunches and walking the dog, any few seconds you can save are invaluable.

How? Use your slow cooker to make a breakfast you can eat on all week long. While a big pot of oatmeal is a no-brainer, you can also get ahead of the curve with breakfast casseroles, cinnamon rolls, breakfast pizza, hash browns and banana bread.

4. Strategize your selection

When you’re preparing a feast like Thanksgiving, you have to time every dish just right. Otherwise, you end up overcrowding the oven and delaying the big meal. On a night like this, it’s the perfect opportunity to pull out your slow cooker or Instant Pot. The key is being strategic about your cooking.

How? Place the slowest cooking foods in your slow cooker or Instant Pot. Foods like sweet potatoes or green bean casserole that take an hour in the oven will bake just as well in your countertop appliance. Meanwhile, you can throw a sheet of peppers and onions in the oven, where they’ll roast in a matter of minutes.

5. Reduce waste and boost your budget

Is your pantry stocked with staples? Dried foods and canned goods can sit around for months, even years. Instead of leaving them to sour, clear out your cupboards and throw them in the slow cooker or Instant Pot. You’ll reduce food waste and help stretch your grocery budget a little further.

How? These appliances were practically made for simmering lentil soup, cooking black-bean chili or making a big batch of blueberry oatmeal. But practically any pantry staple can be used up. Got a bag of lentils? Then you can make Instant Pot lentil stew. What about that big bag of brown sugar? Before it hardens, use it in this slow cooker apple butter recipe. The options are endless!

6. Work the settings

One of the easiest ways to take advantage of your Instant Pot is to use its settings. The Instant Pot Duo comes pre-set with 14 smart programs that take the guesswork out of cooking. At the push of a button, you can make soup, stew, chili, poultry, porridge or rice. You can also use the Instant Pot to steam, saute, pasteurize, make yogurt or just keep food warm.

How? Literally, it’s as simple as choosing the setting you want and hitting start. That said, features and functions vary by model. So be sure you consult your Instant Pot’s user manual for details.

Meal-Prep Best Practices

In addition to the tips above, there are several best practices you can implement to streamline your meal prepping. Below are a few general ideas that are helpful no matter what or how you prepare your foods:  

  • Set a food budget for the week, so you can create a very specific shopping list.
  • Organize your favorite Vitacost recipes on Pinterest, and you can view them on your tablet like a mobile cookbook in your kitchen.
  • Plan a menu that fits your schedule for the week and accounts for any meals away from home.
  • Reuse recipes you know and love, especially when you don’t have time to get creative.
  • Pick one day every week to chop, dice and divide ingredients you’ll need for the week.
  • Stock up on sectioned food containers to help keep your fridge organized and your food safe.

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