Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      pounds        lean stew beef -- cut in l-inch cubes
   1 1/2  ounces        sloppy joes seasoning mix
   1      can           (6 ounces) tomato paste
   1      cup           coarsely sliced celery
   1                    green pepper -- cut into squares
     1/2  cup           water
   2      tablespoons   vinegar

Preparation:

Place all ingredients in electric slow cooker; stir to mix ingredients. Cover and cook about 10 hours on low, or 4 1/2 to 5 hours on high. Do not peek or stir until near the end of cooking time. (Lifting the cooker lid will in crease time significantly ) Serve beef with hot cooked noodles or rice. Makes 6 servings Note: This dish can also be cooked in a covered 2 quart casserole for 2 to 2 1/2 hours in a 325'F ov