Name: Lighter Classic Sloppy Joes
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 medium onion (chopped); 3-4 stalks celery (finely chopped); 1 - 1 1/4 pounds ground turkey or ground chicken; 1/2 cup cold water; 3/4 cup ketchup ([We use Portland Ketchup!) ); 1 tablespoon brown sugar (see NOTES); 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 medium carrots (coarsely grated); 1 teaspoon Sriracha; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1 cup water (or as needed); 1/8 - 1/4 cup old-fashioned or quick oats (coarsely ground or chopped); Chopped green onions; Toasted burger buns; Cheese (sliced or grated [Optional; see NOTES])