Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes

1-1/2 lbs. ground beef
1 c. onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 c. catsup
1/2 c, green pepper, chopped
1/2 c. celery, chopped
1/4 c. water
1 T. brown sugar, packed
2 T. mustard
2 T. vinegar
2 T. Worcestershire sauce
1-1/2 t. chili powder
6 to 8 hamburger buns, toasted

In a skillet, brown beef, onion and garlic; drain and set aside. Combine
remaining ingredients except buns in a slow cooker; stir in beef
mixture. Cover; cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours or on high setting
for 3 to 4 hours. Spoon onto buns. Serves 6 to 8.

It's great to start this in the morning and have it waiting for you
when everyone arrives home hungry at dinnertime.

            Shelley Sparks, Amarillo, TX