Sloppy Joes

Crock Pot Sloppy Joes

3 pounds lean ground beef or turkey
1 large onion; chopped
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped celery
4 cloves garlic; chopped fine or put through a garlic press
2 little cans tomato paste
1 cup dark brown sugar; packed
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons regular or seasoned salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 cup water

Procedure
Brown beef & onions in a large skillet. Combine with other ingredients in crock pot; stir well. Cook on low for at least 8 hours or on high for 4 hours. Spoon on buns or over noodles.