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Slow-Cooker Veggie Joes
This plant-based take on classic sloppy joes uses soy-protein crumbles and a tangy tomato sauce for a satisfying meal. The entire dish comes together in the slow cooker, making it a completely hands-off option for busy days. Serve these warm, savory sandwiches for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend lunch. The rich, sweet, and savory filling soaks perfectly into soft burger buns.
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen soy-protein crumbles (from two 12-oz packages)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped (½ cup)
- 1½ cups ketchup
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 16 burger buns, split
- 1 Spray 3½- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix all ingredients except buns.
- 4 Reheat in microwave or on stove. Spoon ⅓ cup mixture into each bun.
Instructions
- 1Spray a 3.5 to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
- 2Add the soy-protein crumbles, chopped onion, ketchup, water, brown sugar, white vinegar, yellow mustard, pepper, and salt to the slow cooker and stir well.
- 3Cover and cook on the low heat setting for 4 to 6 hours, checking the edges to prevent burning.
- 4Spoon about a third of a cup of the warm mixture into each split burger bun and serve immediately.