Homekeepers - Sergio Cariello "The Action Bible"

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories while American cheese is usually cheaper.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and green bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 6-8 minutes.

Drain excess fat from the skillet if necessary.

Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and black pepper.

Simmer the mixture over low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Toast hamburger buns lightly in a separate skillet or toaster.

Spoon the beef mixture onto the bottom half of each bun.

Top with cheddar cheese, pickles, and the other half of the bun.

Serve immediately with chips or a side salad.

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