Start first thing in the morning

1 lb. hamburger
1/2 bell pepper
1 med. onion
1 jumbo can pork and beans (Van de Camp B and M)
2 tbsp. chili powder
1/2 c. ketchup
2 tbsp. maple syrup

Fry up first third of the ingredients (hamburger, pepper, onion), then add the rest of the ingredients. Heat until bubbly, then add to crockpot. Cook on low all day.