This dinner is super kid-friendly and easy to make, covering all the bases and coming through in a pinch.

SERVES 8

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• ½ cup chopped celery or green pepper
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• ½ cup ketchup
• 1 Tbsp brown sugar
• ⅛ tsp pepper
• 4 pita breads, for serving

Combine ground beef, onion, and celery in a large skillet. Sauté for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.

Cook, covered, over medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cut pitas in half. Fill each half with meat sauce and serve.

(Originally featured in Family Table, Issue 814)