Sloppy Joes 1

-leah ladne (dbbc03b)

1 st posted/sheryl watkins.

3 pounds lean ground beef

1 large onion -- chopped

1 cup chopped bell pepper

1 cup chopped celery

4 cloves garlic -- chopped fine

2 cans small cans tomato paste

1 cup borwn sugar -- packed)

1/2 cup vinegar

1/2 cup catsup

2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce

2 teaspoons regular or season salt

1 teaspoon pepper

1 teaspoon dry mustard

1/2 cup water

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