Best-Ever Sloppy Joes

2 pounds ground chuck, ground turkey or soy crumbles

1 cup celery, chopped

1 cup onion, chopped

1 cup ketchup

½ cup water

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

2 tablespoons white vinegar

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon dry mustard

¼ teaspoon black pepper

Garlic powder to taste

8-10 hamburger buns

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground chuck; drain.

Stir into the skillet the celery, onion, ketchup, water, Worcestershire, vinegar, brown sugar, chili powder, dry mustard, pepper and garlic and mix well. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 2 hours or until celery and onion are tender. Spoon onto buns.

Serves eight to 10.

@Recipe nutrition:Nutrition values per serving: 260 calories, 3.5 g fat (0 g saturated), 32 g carbohydrates, 1 g fiber, 27 g protein, 35 mg cholesterol, 570 mg sodium.