2 lbs. stew beef, cut in nine 1 inch cubes
1 envelope seasoning mix for sloppy joes
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste or 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 c. coarsely chopped celery
1 green pepper, chopped
1/2 c. water
2 tbsp. vinegar

Place all ingredients in crock pot, stirring to mix ingredients. Cover and cook about 10 hours on low or 4 1/2 hours on high. Do not peek or stir until near the end of cooking time. (Lifting the lid will increase the cooking time significantly). Serve over hot noodles or rice. Serves 5 or 6.